Ardisia alata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
544504
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.R.Fletcher
Source:
cmp
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 26 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543836
Common Names
- Ardisia alata
- Alate Ardisia
- Alata Ardisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia alata (also called Winged Ardisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has glossy, leathery leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia alata is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive, glossy foliage and produces small, white flowers. It is also used as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ardisia alata has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, alate-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia alata is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Ardisia alata
Ardisia alata can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Ardisia alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia alata?
Ardisia alata
What are the common names of Ardisia alata?
Winged ardisia
What is the habitat of Ardisia alata?
It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in shady places at elevations of 800-3000 m in the Himalayas
Species in the Ardisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2647514: Based on the initial data import
Harold Roy Fletcher (1907-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Fletcher' in the authors string.