Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bifaria
ID:
544611

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White & W.D.Francis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 35: 73 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543943

Common Names

  • Bifaria ardisia
  • Bifaria coralberry
  • Bifaria marlberry

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Ardisia bifaria

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

Ardisia bifaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia bifaria?

Ardisia bifaria

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia bifaria?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Ardisia bifaria?

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

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
William D. Francis (1889-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Francis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:586770-1: Based on the initial data import