Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
brackenridgei
ID:
544632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 127 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543964

Common Names

  • Ardisia brackenridgei
  • Brackenridgei Ardisia
  • Brackenridgei Bush

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Synonyms

  • Myrsine brackenridgei A.Gray [unknown]
  • Ardisia storckii Seem. [unknown]
  • Ardisia vitiensis Seem. [unknown]
  • Tinus storckii (Seem.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia brackenridgei (also called Brackenridge's marlberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the primrose family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. 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 brackenridgei 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia brackenridgei 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 brackenridgei 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 brackenridgei

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

Ardisia brackenridgei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia brackenridgei?

Ardisia brackenridgei

What is the common name of Ardisia brackenridgei?

Brackenridge's ardisia

What is the family of Ardisia brackenridgei?

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-2647632: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.