Agarista chapadensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kin.-Gouv.) Judd
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 65(3): 306. 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523200
Common Names
- Agarista chapadensis
- Chapadensis Agarista
- Chapadensis's Agarista
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agarista chapadensis (also called Chapada 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 chapadensis 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 chapadensis 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agarista chapadensis 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 chapadensis
Agarista chapadensis can be found in Brazil.
Agarista chapadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agarista chapadensis?
Agarista chapadensis
What is the common name of Agarista chapadensis?
Chapadensis
What is the natural habitat of Agarista chapadensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Agarista genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Luíza Sumiko Kinoshita-Gouvêa (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kin.-Gouv.' in the authors string.