Agarista salicifolia
TAXONOMY
FamilyEricaceae
GenusAgarista
Zone10
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Agarista salicifolia, commonly known as Willow-leaved Agarista, is a member of the Ericaceae family. It is native to seasonally dry tropical climates and can grow as a shrub or small tree. This plant is known for its attractive foliage and small, bell-shaped flowers.
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Florida Hobblebush
Agarista buxifolia
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Agauria buxifolia
Agauria goetzei
Agauria nummularifolia
Agauria pyrifolia
Agauria salicifolia
Agauria salicifolia f. adenantha
Agauria salicifolia f. glandulosa
Agauria salicifolia f. hispida
Agauria salicifolia f. pubescens
Agauria salicifolia f. rufidula
Agauria salicifolia f. setulosa
Agauria salicifolia f. tomentosa
Agauria salicifolia f. trichadenia
Agauria salicifolia var. angustissima
Agauria salicifolia var. brevifolia
Agauria salicifolia var. buxifolia
Agauria salicifolia var. intercedens
Agauria salicifolia var. latissima
Agauria salicifolia var. megalophylla
Agauria salicifolia var. pyrifolia
Andromeda buxifolia
Andromeda pyrifolia
Andromeda salicifolia
Leucothoe angustifolia var. pyrifolia
Leucothoe buxifolia
Leucothoe salicifolia
Leucothoe salicifolia var. pyrifolia
OVERVIEW
WaterDry
SoilLoamy
LightIndirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature25° C
Humidity60%
pH5.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
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Care Instructions
Agarista salicifolia thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers moderate temperatures. It should be watered when the soil is almost completely dry, and it benefits from a humid environment. Regular pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages healthy growth.Soil
This plant prefers well-draining loamy soil with a slightly acidic pH. Ensure the soil dries out almost completely between waterings to prevent root rot.Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10 during the growing season. Fertilize every 4-6 weeks to support healthy growth.Repotting
Repot Agarista salicifolia every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its container. Choose a slightly larger pot with good drainage and fresh loamy soil.Propagation
Propagate this plant through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Use rooting hormone and place the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix.Pruning
Prune Agarista salicifolia in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the plant. Regular pruning encourages bushier growth.Toxicity
Agarista salicifolia is toxic to pets and humans if ingested. All parts of the plant contain toxic compounds that can cause gastrointestinal distress and other symptoms.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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