Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
523878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 512 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523210

Common Names

  • Agarista ericoides
  • Heath-like Agarista
  • Heath Agarista

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Synonyms

  • Leucothoe ericoides (Taub.) Glaz. [valid]
  • Leucothoe lycopodioides Sleumer [valid]
  • Leucothoe acicularis Sleumer [valid]

Description

Agarista ericoides (also called heath agarista, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical South America. It has simple, alternate leaves that are ovate to elliptic in shape and have entire margins. It grows in moist forests, riverine forests, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Agarista ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be grown in containers. It has white flowers that bloom in summer and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agarista ericoides is white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agarista ericoides 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 ericoides

Agarista ericoides can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Agarista ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agarista ericoides?

Agarista ericoides

What is the common name of Agarista ericoides?

Heath-like Agarista

What is the natural range of Agarista ericoides?

Mexico

Species in the Agarista genus

Species in the Ericaceae family