Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 26: 484 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543849
Common Names
- Ardisia alverezii
- Alverez's Ardisia
- Alverezii Ardisia
Description
Ardisia alverezii (also called Alvarez's 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 and small, white flowers. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia alverezii 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 alverezii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, alverezii-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia alverezii 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 alverezii
Ardisia alverezii can be found in Costa Rica.
Ardisia alverezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia alverezii?
Ardisia alverezii
What are the common names of Ardisia alverezii?
Alverez's ardisia
What is the habitat of Ardisia alverezii?
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
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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,