Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
chrysophyllifolia
ID:
544724

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 123 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544056

Common Names

  • Chrysophyllifolia Ardisia
  • Ardisia Chrysophyllifolia
  • Chrysophyllifolia Ardisia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia mystica B.C.Stone [unknown]

Description

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia (also called Marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, from moist forests to dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia chrysophyllifolia is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black berry. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia is a small evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, which can be taken from the tips of the branches. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into larger pots or planted in the ground.

Where to Find Ardisia chrysophyllifolia

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia chrysophyllifolia?

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia

What type of plant is Ardisia chrysophyllifolia?

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia is a shrub.

Where is Ardisia chrysophyllifolia native to?

Ardisia chrysophyllifolia is native to Colombia.

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-2647715: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.