Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
brunnescens
ID:
544659

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Walker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 27: 198 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543991

Common Names

  • Ardisia brunnescens
  • Brunnescens Ardisia
  • Brunnescens Bush

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia glauca Pit. [unknown]

Description

Ardisia brunnescens (also called brownish 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 brunnescens 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 brunnescens 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 brunnescens 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 brunnescens

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

Ardisia brunnescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia brunnescens?

Ardisia brunnescens

What is the family of Ardisia brunnescens?

Primulaceae

Where does Ardisia brunnescens grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas

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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