Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
borneensis
ID:
544625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scheff.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Myrsin. Arch. Ind. : 79 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543957

Common Names

  • Borneensis Ardisia
  • Ardisia Borneensis
  • Borneensis Ardisia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tinus borneensis (Scheff.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia borneensis (also called Borneo marlberry, 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 borneensis 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 borneensis 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 borneensis 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 borneensis

Ardisia borneensis can be found in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Ardisia borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia borneensis?

Ardisia borneensis

What is the common name of Ardisia borneensis?

Borneo ardisia

What is the family of Ardisia borneensis?

Myrsinaceae

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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