Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcordata
ID:
523827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 21: 381. 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523159

Common Names

  • Agapetes subcordata
  • Subcordate Agapetes
  • Subcordate-berry Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes subcordata (also called Subcordate 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 subcordata 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 subcordata has white flowers with yellow centres and small, round, red berries. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapetes subcordata 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 subcordata

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

Agapetes subcordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapetes subcordata?

Agapetes subcordata

What type of plant is Agapetes subcordata?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Agapetes subcordata?

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