Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
544519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 203 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543851

Common Names

  • Ardisia amabilis
  • Amiable Ardisia
  • Amabilis Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia amabilis (also called Amable'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 amabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a number of medicinal benefits, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia amabilis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown bark.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia amabilis 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 amabilis

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

Ardisia amabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia amabilis?

Ardisia amabilis

What are the common names of Ardisia amabilis?

Amable ardisia

What is the habitat of Ardisia amabilis?

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-2647528: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.