Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
cartagoana
ID:
544698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 68 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544030

Common Names

  • Cartagoana Ardisia
  • Ardisia Cartagoana
  • Cartagoana Ardisia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Auriculardisia cartagoana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia cartagoana (also called Cartago Ardisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica. It grows in lowland forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia cartagoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia cartagoana 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 cartagoana 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 cartagoana

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

Ardisia cartagoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia cartagoana?

Ardisia cartagoana

What is the family of Ardisia cartagoana?

Primulaceae

Where does Ardisia cartagoana 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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