Ardisia bis-umbellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bis-umbellata
ID:
544616
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bot. Arch. 1: 230 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543948
Common Names
- Bis-umbellata ardisia
- Bis-umbellata coralberry
- Bis-umbellata marlberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia bis-umbellata (also called Christmas berry, coral berry, and coralberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the primrose family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to southern China and Indonesia. It is a small shrub, growing to 1–2 m tall, with small, glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small white flowers in spring, followed by bright red berries in autumn.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia bis-umbellata 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 bis-umbellata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia bis-umbellata 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 bis-umbellata
Ardisia bis-umbellata can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Ardisia bis-umbellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia bis-umbellata?
Ardisia bis-umbellata
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia bis-umbellata?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flowering season of Ardisia bis-umbellata?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2647618: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.