Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
brevis
ID:
544653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 277 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543985

Common Names

  • Ardisia brevis
  • Brevis Ardisia
  • Brevis Bush

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia foreroi Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia tacarcunana Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea brevis (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea tacarcunana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea foreroi (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia brevis (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 brevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia brevis is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia brevis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ardisia brevis

Ardisia brevis can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Ardisia brevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia brevis?

Ardisia brevis

What is the common name of Ardisia brevis?

Short Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia brevis?

Tropical rainforests

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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