Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bakeri
ID:
544578

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 53: 223 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543910

Common Names

  • Ardisia bakeri
  • Baker's Ardisia
  • Baker Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia racemosa R.T.Baker [unknown]

Description

Ardisia bakeri (also called Baker's Marlberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia bakeri 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 bakeri 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 bakeri 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 bakeri should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia bakeri

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

Ardisia bakeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia bakeri?

Ardisia bakeri

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia bakeri?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Ardisia bakeri?

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,

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