Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
capitellata
ID:
544687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 67 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544019

Common Names

  • Ardisia capitellata
  • Capitellata Ardisia
  • Capitellata Bush

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia latisepala (Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson [unknown]
  • Auriculardisia capitellata (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Auriculardisia latisepala Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia capitellata (also called Red-barked Ardisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and China. It grows in lowland forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia capitellata 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 capitellata 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 capitellata 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 capitellata

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

Ardisia capitellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia capitellata?

Ardisia capitellata

What is the family of Ardisia capitellata?

Primulaceae

Where does Ardisia capitellata 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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