Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 38: 314 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543946
Common Names
- Biniflora ardisia
- Biniflora coralberry
- Biniflora marlberry
Description
Ardisia biniflora (also called Biniflorous 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 biniflora 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 biniflora 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia biniflora is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Ardisia biniflora
Ardisia biniflora can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Ardisia biniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia biniflora?
Ardisia biniflora
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia biniflora?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flowering season of Ardisia biniflora?
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,