Agatea violaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 619 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523278
Common Names
- Agatea violaris
- Violet Agatea
- Violet
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- Agatea violaris mollis A.C.Sm. [unknown]
- Agation violare Brongn. [unknown]
Description
Agatea violaris (also called violet-flowered agatea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in moist woodlands, thickets and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Agatea violaris is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agatea violaris has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Agatea violaris can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist.
Where to Find Agatea violaris
Agatea violaris is native to the Himalayas and can be found in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. It is also found in parts of China and Burma.
Agatea violaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agatea violaris?
Agatea violaris
What is the family of Agatea violaris?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Agatea violaris?
Violet Agatea
Species in the Agatea genus
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei, Agatea longipedicellata, Agatea macrobotrys, Agatea pancheri, Agatea rufotomentosa, Agatea schlechteri, Agatea veillonii, Agatea violaris, Allexis batangae, Allexis cauliflora, Allexis obanensis, Allexis zygomorpha, Amphirrhox grandifolia, Amphirrhox longifolia, Anchietea exalata, Anchietea frangulifolia, Anchietea peruviana, Anchietea pyrifolia, Anchietea raimondii, Anchietea selloviana, Anchietea suma, Anchietea ferrucciae, Anchietea ballardii, Calyptrion arboreum, Calyptrion carthagenense, Calyptrion pubescens, Calyptrion volubile, Decorsella paradoxa, Fusispermum laxiflorum, Fusispermum minutiflorum, Fusispermum rubrolignosum, Hybanthopsis bahiensis, Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2625556: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.