Ardisia calavitensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calavitensis
ID:
544668
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 20: 423 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544000
Common Names
- Ardisia calavitensis
- Calavitensis Ardisia
- Calavitensis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia calavitensis (also called Calavites Marlberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia calavitensis 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 calavitensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia calavitensis is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Ardisia calavitensis
Ardisia calavitensis can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Ardisia calavitensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia calavitensis?
Ardisia calavitensis
What is the family of Ardisia calavitensis?
Primulaceae
Where does Ardisia calavitensis 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2647665: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.