Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
eximia
ID:
544951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pl. Jungh. : 196 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544283

Common Names

  • Ardisia eximia
  • Eximia Ardisia
  • Eximia Coralberry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia lamponga Miq. [unknown]
  • Tinus eximia (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tinus lamponga (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia eximia (also called Exquisite 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 eximia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia eximia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, shrub-like plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia eximia is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Ardisia eximia

Ardisia eximia can be found in tropical forests of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Ardisia eximia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia eximia?

Ardisia eximia

What are the common names of Ardisia eximia?

Eximious Ardisia, Eximious Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia eximia?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,