Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaneh. & Hatus.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 57: 217 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544088
Common Names
- Ardisia Conandroides
- Conandra-like Marlberry
- Conandra-like Ardisia
Description
Ardisia conandroides (also called Androgynous Marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia conandroides is often used in landscaping and ornamental gardening, as well as for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ardisia conandroides has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia conandroides is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, sow them in a moist, well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. When propagating from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, humid environment until it has rooted.
Where to Find Ardisia conandroides
Ardisia conandroides is native to China and can be found in wetland habitats.
Ardisia conandroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia conandroides?
Ardisia conandroides
What is the common name of Ardisia conandroides?
Andromeda ardisia
Where does Ardisia conandroides grow?
Ardisia conandroides is native to East Asia, from China to Japan.
Species in the Ardisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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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,