Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subansirica
ID:
523826

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.D.Pal & Thoth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 26: 239 (1984 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523158

Common Names

  • Agapetes subansirica
  • Subansiri Agapetes
  • Subansiri-berry Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes subansirica (also called Subansiri Agapetes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 6-10 feet and has glossy, evergreen leaves and bright red flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapetes subansirica is an evergreen 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 subansirica

Agapetes subansirica can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan and in the eastern part of India.

Agapetes subansirica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapetes subansirica?

Agapetes subansirica

What type of plant is Agapetes subansirica?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Agapetes subansirica?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

References

Gaur Das Pal (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Pal' in the authors string.
K. Thothathri (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoth.' in the authors string.