Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bartletii
ID:
544588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 7: 37 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543920

Common Names

  • Bartlet's ardisia
  • Bartlet's coralberry
  • Bartlet's marlberry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia lewisii Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia romeroi Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Ardisia sapoana Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia tuirana Lundell [unknown]
  • Graphardisia lewisii (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Graphardisia romeroi (Cuatrec.) Lundell [unknown]
  • Graphardisia sapoana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Graphardisia tuirana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia bartletii sub. lilacina (Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Ardisia bartletii

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

Ardisia bartletii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia bartletii?

Ardisia bartletii

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia bartletii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Ardisia bartletii?

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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