Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ferrugineo-pilosa
ID:
544963

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Fletcher

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 29 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544295

Common Names

  • Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa
  • Ferrugineo-pilosa Ardisia
  • Ferrugineo-pilosa Coralberry

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Description

Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa (also called Rusty-hairy Ardisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and China. It grows in lowland forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa 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 ferrugineo-pilosa 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 ferrugineo-pilosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa

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

Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa?

Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa

What are the common names of Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa?

Rusty-haired Ardisia, Rusty-haired Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia ferrugineo-pilosa?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2647932: Based on the initial data import
Harold Roy Fletcher (1907-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Fletcher' in the authors string.