Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
similis
ID:
523815

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 472 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523147

Common Names

  • Agapetes similis
  • Similar Agapetes
  • Similar-berry Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes similis (also called Similar Agapetes, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to India and Nepal and grows in moist forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has leathery, oblong leaves and pinkish-red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Agapetes similis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapetes similis has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapetes similis is a shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Agapetes similis

Agapetes similis is native to the Eastern Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Agapetes similis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapetes similis?

Agapetes similis

What is the natural habitat of Agapetes similis?

It is found in the Himalayas, from India to Nepal, Bhutan, and China.

What is the flowering season of Agapetes similis?

It flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Agapetes genus

Agapetes aborensis, Agapetes acuminata, Agapetes adenobotrys, Agapetes affinis, Agapetes alberti-edwardii, Agapetes amblyornidis, Agapetes angulata, Agapetes angustifolia, Agapetes anonyma, Agapetes arunachalensis, Agapetes atrosanguinea, Agapetes auriculata, Agapetes beccariana, Agapetes bhareliana, Agapetes bhutanica, Agapetes borii, Agapetes brachypoda, Agapetes bracteata, Agapetes brandisiana, Agapetes brassii, Agapetes brevicuspis, Agapetes bullata, Agapetes bulleyana, Agapetes burmanica, Agapetes buxifolia, Agapetes camelliifolia, Agapetes campanulata, Agapetes carrii, Agapetes cauliflora, Agapetes chapaensis, Agapetes ciliata, Agapetes costata, Agapetes dalaiensis, Agapetes discolor, Agapetes dispar, Agapetes emarginata, Agapetes epacridea, Agapetes fasciculiflora, Agapetes filicicola, Agapetes flava, Agapetes forbesii, Agapetes forrestii, Agapetes glabra, Agapetes graciliflora, Agapetes griffithii, Agapetes guangxiensis, Agapetes haemantha, Agapetes helenae, Agapetes hillii, Agapetes hookeri,

Species in the Ericaceae family