Status:
valid
Authors:
M.B.Viswan., Manik. & Tangav.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Adansonia, sér. 3, 25: 206 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522977
Common Names
- Agastyamalayan Aganope
- Aganope agastyamalayana
- Agastyamalayan Aganope
Synonyms
- Derris brevipes travancorensis Thoth. [unknown]
Description
Aganope agastyamalayana (also called Agastyamalayan Aganope, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in open areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and long, thin stems that bear clusters of white flowers with yellowish-green centers and purplish-brown spots, and hairy sepals.
Uses & Benefits
Aganope agastyamalayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aganope agastyamalayana is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are thin, upright stems with small, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aganope agastyamalayana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, humus-rich, moist soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Aganope agastyamalayana
Aganope agastyamalayana can be found in the Western Ghats of India.
Aganope agastyamalayana FAQ
What are the common names of Aganope agastyamalayana?
Agastyamalayan aganope
What is the scientific classification of Aganope agastyamalayana?
Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Ericales; Family: Ericaceae; Genus: Aganope
What is the native range of Aganope agastyamalayana?
Eastern Himalayas, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar
Species in the Aganope genus
Aganope heptaphylla,
Aganope thyrsiflora,
Aganope gabonica,
Aganope impressa,
Aganope leucobotrya,
Aganope lucida,
Aganope polystachya,
Aganope agastyamalayana,
Aganope balansae,
Aganope stuhlmannii,
Aganope dinghuensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
M.B. Viswanathan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Viswan.' in the authors string.
U. Manikandan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manik.' in the authors string.
A.C. Tangavelou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tangav.' in the authors string.