Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
confusa
ID:
544760

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Larsen & C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 76 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544092

Common Names

  • Ardisia Confusa
  • Confused Marlberry
  • Confused Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia confusa (also called Confused 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 confusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a hedge plant. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia confusa has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia confusa 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 confusa

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

Ardisia confusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia confusa?

Ardisia confusa

What is the family of Ardisia confusa?

Primulaceae

What is the common name of Ardisia confusa?

Mountain Ardisia

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-2647748: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Kai Larsen (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Larsen' in the authors string.