Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nummularia
ID:
523898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham.) G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 837 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523230

Common Names

  • Nummularia Agarista
  • Nummularia
  • Nummularia Holly

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Synonyms

  • Leucothoe nummularia (Cham. & Schltdl.) DC. [valid]
  • Leucothoe nummularia floccigera Sleumer [valid]

Description

Agarista nummularia (also called Coin-leaved Leucothoe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the heath family. It is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It is found in moist, sandy soils in flatwoods, savannas, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agarista nummularia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Agarista nummularia

Agarista nummularia can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Agarista nummularia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agarista nummularia?

Agarista nummularia

What is the common name of Agarista nummularia?

Coin-leaf Agarista

What is the natural range of Agarista nummularia?

Mexico

Species in the Agarista genus

Species in the Ericaceae family