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AgapetesFamily: Ericaceae.
| Agapetes serpens (Pentapterigium serpens Klotzch.). |
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Genus of about 95 species of spreadling to erect, or scandent shrubs, sometimes epiphytic in the wild, found in scrub and forest from warm-temperate regions of E. Asia to the western Pacific, including Australia. A very attractive epiphyte that grows a very large tuber and has very attractive pendant red and yellow flowers. Prefers light shade. Highly recommended. Can be grown outside during the summer under trees. |
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Watering and misting |
Propagation |
| Keep the plant warm - minimum 55 F in winter. Some direct sun is essential. Grow in well-drained, acidic potting mix. |
Water moderately from spring to autumn. Water sparingly in winter. Misting is necessary. |
Take semi-ripe stem cuttings in spring and summer. Use a rooting hormone and provide bottom heat. Layer in spring. |
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