Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheek
Source:
cmp
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Pl. Dom, Bamenda Highlands : 72 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746130
Common Names
- Ardisia dom
- Christmas berry
- Coralberry
Description
Ardisia dom (also called Dom, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Primulaceae family, native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas and open fields.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia dom is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. The leaves can be used to make herbal teas and the flowers can be used as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ardisia dom is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia dom is a shrub native to South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Ardisia dom
Ardisia dom is found in the tropical dry forests of Mexico.
Ardisia dom FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia dom?
Ardisia dom
Where does Ardisia dom grow?
Ardisia dom is native to India.
What type of soil does Ardisia dom prefer?
Ardisia dom prefers moist, well-drained soil.
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,