Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
awarum
ID:
544575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ricketson & Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 90: 234 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543907

Common Names

  • Ardisia awarum
  • Awarum Ardisia
  • Awarum Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia awarum (also called Awaru Marlberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia awarum 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 awarum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia awarum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Ardisia awarum should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia awarum

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

Ardisia awarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia awarum?

Ardisia awarum

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia awarum?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Ardisia awarum?

Spring and summer

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-2647580: Based on the initial data import
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.