Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 45 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544289
Common Names
- Ardisia fendleri
- Fendleri Ardisia
- Fendleri Coralberry
Synonyms
- Ardisia acutata Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia antonensis Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia campanensis Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia guinealensis (Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson [unknown]
- Ardisia oaxacana (Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson [unknown]
- Ardisia proctorii Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia raveniana Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia santafeana Lundell [unknown]
- Icacorea proctorii (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
- Icacorea santafeana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
- Icacorea guinealensis Lundell [unknown]
- Icacorea oaxacana Lundell [unknown]
Description
Ardisia fendleri (also called Fendler's 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 fendleri 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 fendleri 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia fendleri is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done from cuttings.
Where to Find Ardisia fendleri
Ardisia fendleri can be found in tropical forests of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Ardisia fendleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia fendleri?
Ardisia fendleri
What are the common names of Ardisia fendleri?
Fendler's Ardisia, Fendler's Marlberry
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia fendleri?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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