Status:
valid
Authors:
Pipoly
Source:
cmp
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 40 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544023
Common Names
- Ardisia cardenasii
- Cardenasii Ardisia
- Cardenasii Bush
Description
Ardisia cardenasii (also called Cardenas' Ardisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in lowland forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia cardenasii 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 cardenasii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia cardenasii 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 cardenasii
Ardisia cardenasii can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Ardisia cardenasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia cardenasii?
Ardisia cardenasii
What is the family of Ardisia cardenasii?
Primulaceae
Where does Ardisia cardenasii 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,