Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
alutacea
ID:
544516

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & C.Chen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnanica 1: 346 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543848

Common Names

  • Ardisia alutacea
  • Alutaceous Ardisia
  • Alutacea Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia alutacea (also called Leathery Ardisia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia and parts of Australia. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia alutacea 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 alutacea has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, alutaceous-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia alutacea 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 alutacea

Ardisia alutacea can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Ardisia alutacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia alutacea?

Ardisia alutacea

What are the common names of Ardisia alutacea?

Alutaceous ardisia

What is the habitat of Ardisia alutacea?

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-2647525: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.