Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustissima
ID:
523863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 513 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523195

Common Names

  • Agarista angustissima
  • Angustissima Agarista
  • Angustissima's Agarista

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Synonyms

  • Leucothoe angustissima (Taub.) Sleumer [valid]

Description

Agarista angustissima (also called Narrow Agarista, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has dark green, glossy leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist forests and grasslands at altitudes of up to 3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Agarista angustissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agarista angustissima is a small, bell-shaped, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agarista angustissima is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Agarista angustissima

Agarista angustissima can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Agarista angustissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agarista angustissima?

Agarista angustissima

What is the natural habitat of Agarista angustissima?

Agarista angustissima is native to the Eastern Himalayas

What is the flower color of Agarista angustissima?

Agarista angustissima has white or pink flowers

Species in the Agarista genus

Species in the Ericaceae family