Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
aprica
ID:
544548

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Fletcher

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 26 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543880

Common Names

  • Ardisia aprica
  • Apric Ardisia
  • Aprica Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia aprica (also called Sun-loving 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 aprica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia aprica has small white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia aprica can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be divided into sections with each section containing several healthy shoots.

Where to Find Ardisia aprica

Ardisia aprica can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Ardisia aprica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia aprica?

Ardisia aprica

What is the common name of Ardisia aprica?

Sunny Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia aprica?

Tropical rainforests

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-2647555: Based on the initial data import
Harold Roy Fletcher (1907-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Fletcher' in the authors string.