Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
carnosicaulis
ID:
544697

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Chen & D.Fang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 13: 199 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544029

Common Names

  • Ardisia carnosicaulis
  • Carnosicaulis Ardisia
  • Carnosicaulis Bush

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Description

Ardisia carnosicaulis (also called Flesh-stemmed 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 carnosicaulis is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive, glossy foliage and produces small, white flowers. It is also used as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia carnosicaulis has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia carnosicaulis 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 carnosicaulis

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

Ardisia carnosicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia carnosicaulis?

Ardisia carnosicaulis

What is the family of Ardisia carnosicaulis?

Primulaceae

Where does Ardisia carnosicaulis 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-2647691: Based on the initial data import
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.
Ding Fang (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Fang' in the authors string.