Ardisia albomaculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albomaculata
ID:
544509
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pit.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 813 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543841
Common Names
- Ardisia albomaculata
- Albomaculate Ardisia
- Albomaculata Ardisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia albomaculata (also called White-spotted Ardisia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia and parts of Australia. It has glossy, dark green leaves with white spots and small, white flowers. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia albomaculata 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 albomaculata has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, albomaculate-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia albomaculata 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 albomaculata
Ardisia albomaculata can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Ardisia albomaculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia albomaculata?
Ardisia albomaculata
What are the common names of Ardisia albomaculata?
Albomaculate ardisia
What is the habitat of Ardisia albomaculata?
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-2647519: Based on the initial data import
Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.