Agapetes thailandica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Watthana
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 58: 423 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523163
Common Names
- Agapetes thailandica
- Thai Agapetes
- Thailand Agapetes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes thailandica (also called Thailand 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 thailandica 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 thailandica 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes thailandica is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Agapetes thailandica
Agapetes thailandica can be found in Thailand.
Agapetes thailandica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes thailandica?
Agapetes thailandica
What type of plant is Agapetes thailandica?
Evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Agapetes thailandica?
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
Santi Watthana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Watthana' in the authors string.