Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bracteosa
ID:
544635

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 127 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543967

Common Names

  • Ardisia bracteosa
  • Bracteosa Ardisia
  • Bracteosa Bush

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Synonyms

  • Myrsine krugii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tinus bracteosa (A.DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ardisia densiflora Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Ardisia gentlei Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia sessiliflora Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia spicigera Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Ardisia tuxpanensis Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea spicigera (Donn.Sm.) Standl. [unknown]

Description

Ardisia bracteosa (also called bracted 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 bracteosa 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

The flower of Ardisia bracteosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nutlet. The seedling is a small, shrubby plant with a single stem and a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia bracteosa 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 bracteosa

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

Ardisia bracteosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia bracteosa?

Ardisia bracteosa

What is the common name of Ardisia bracteosa?

Bracted ardisia

What is the family of Ardisia bracteosa?

Myrsinaceae

Species in the Ardisia genus

Species in the Primulaceae family

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