Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
523881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sleumer) Judd

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 65(3): 336. 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523213

Common Names

  • Agarista glaberrima
  • Smooth Agarista
  • Smooth-leaved Agarista

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Synonyms

  • Leucothoe eucalyptoides glaberrima Sleumer [valid]

Description

Agarista glaberrima (also called Florida Leucothoe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist deciduous forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Agarista glaberrima is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agarista glaberrima has white flowers with yellow anthers, small, dark brown seeds, and seedlings with opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agarista glaberrima 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 glaberrima

Agarista glaberrima can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Agarista glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agarista glaberrima?

Agarista glaberrima

What is the common name of Agarista glaberrima?

Smooth Agarista

What is the natural range of Agarista glaberrima?

Mexico

Species in the Agarista genus

Species in the Ericaceae family

References