Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
brachythyrsa
ID:
544630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 202 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543962

Common Names

  • Ardisia brachythyrsa
  • Brachythyrsa Ardisia
  • Brachythyrsa Bush

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Description

Ardisia brachythyrsa (also called short-stalked 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 brachythyrsa is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive, glossy foliage and produces small, white flowers. It is also used as a houseplant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia brachythyrsa var. stellata B.C.Stone

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia brachythyrsa 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 brachythyrsa 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 brachythyrsa

Ardisia brachythyrsa can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia brachythyrsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia brachythyrsa?

Ardisia brachythyrsa

What is the common name of Ardisia brachythyrsa?

Short-stalked ardisia

What is the family of Ardisia brachythyrsa?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2647630: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.