Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Contr. Arnold Arbor. 8: 129 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543914
Common Names
- Bangham's ardisia
- Bangham's coralberry
- Bangham's marlberry
Description
Ardisia banghamii (also called Bangham'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 banghamii 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 banghamii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia banghamii 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 banghamii should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ardisia banghamii
Ardisia banghamii can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Ardisia banghamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia banghamii?
Ardisia banghamii
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia banghamii?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flowering season of Ardisia banghamii?
Spring and summer
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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,