Agapetes vaccinioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 515 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523169
Common Names
- Agapetes vaccinioides
- Vaccinioides Agapetes
- Vaccinioides' Agapetes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes vaccinioides (also called Vaccinioides Agapetes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 6-10 feet and has glossy, evergreen leaves and bright red flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes vaccinioides 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
Agapetes vaccinioides has white flowers with yellow centres and small, round, red berries. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes vaccinioides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Agapetes vaccinioides
Agapetes vaccinioides can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan and in the eastern part of India.
Agapetes vaccinioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes vaccinioides?
Agapetes vaccinioides
What type of plant is Agapetes vaccinioides?
Evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Agapetes vaccinioides?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Agapetes genus
Agapetes aborensis, Agapetes acuminata, Agapetes adenobotrys, Agapetes affinis, Agapetes alberti-edwardii, Agapetes amblyornidis, Agapetes angulata, Agapetes angustifolia, Agapetes anonyma, Agapetes arunachalensis, Agapetes atrosanguinea, Agapetes auriculata, Agapetes beccariana, Agapetes bhareliana, Agapetes bhutanica, Agapetes borii, Agapetes brachypoda, Agapetes bracteata, Agapetes brandisiana, Agapetes brassii, Agapetes brevicuspis, Agapetes bullata, Agapetes bulleyana, Agapetes burmanica, Agapetes buxifolia, Agapetes camelliifolia, Agapetes campanulata, Agapetes carrii, Agapetes cauliflora, Agapetes chapaensis, Agapetes ciliata, Agapetes costata, Agapetes dalaiensis, Agapetes discolor, Agapetes dispar, Agapetes emarginata, Agapetes epacridea, Agapetes fasciculiflora, Agapetes filicicola, Agapetes flava, Agapetes forbesii, Agapetes forrestii, Agapetes glabra, Agapetes graciliflora, Agapetes griffithii, Agapetes guangxiensis, Agapetes haemantha, Agapetes helenae, Agapetes hillii, Agapetes hookeri,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.