Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriophylla
ID:
523879

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 838 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523211

Common Names

  • Agarista eriophylla
  • Eriophyllous Agarista
  • Woolly Agarista

Searching for Agarista eriophylla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Agarista eriophylla (also called woolly 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 eriophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be grown in containers. It has pink flowers that bloom in summer and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agarista eriophylla 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.

Searching for Agarista eriophylla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Agarista eriophylla 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 eriophylla

Agarista eriophylla can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Agarista eriophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agarista eriophylla?

Agarista eriophylla

What is the common name of Agarista eriophylla?

Woolly Agarista

What is the natural range of Agarista eriophylla?

Mexico

Species in the Agarista genus

Species in the Ericaceae family