Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Don
Source:
cmp
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 837 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523197
Common Names
- Agarista bracamorensis
- Bracamorensis Agarista
- Bracamorensis's Agarista
Synonyms
- Andromeda bracomorensis Kunth [valid]
- Andromeda myrtifolia Willd. ex DC. [valid]
- Leucothoe bracamorensis (Kunth) Dunal [valid]
Description
Agarista bracamorensis (also called Bracamoros 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 bracamorensis 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
Agarista bracamorensis flowers are white, bell-shaped and about 1 cm long. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agarista bracamorensis 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 bracamorensis
Agarista bracamorensis can be found in Ecuador.
Agarista bracamorensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agarista bracamorensis?
Agarista bracamorensis
What is the natural habitat of Agarista bracamorensis?
Agarista bracamorensis is native to the Eastern Himalayas
What is the flower color of Agarista bracamorensis?
Agarista bracamorensis has white or pink flowers
Species in the Agarista genus
Species in the Ericaceae family