Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
contrerasii
ID:
544769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 61: 63 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544101

Common Names

  • Ardisia Contrerasii
  • Contreras' Marlberry
  • Contreras' Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Gentlea crenulata Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia contrerasii (also called Contreras' Marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia contrerasii 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 contrerasii 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 contrerasii 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 contrerasii

Ardisia contrerasii is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia contrerasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia contrerasii?

Ardisia contrerasii

What is the family of Ardisia contrerasii?

Primulaceae

What is the common name of Ardisia contrerasii?

Contreras' 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,

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