Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ficiifolia
ID:
544965

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Larsen & C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 72 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544297

Common Names

  • Ardisia ficiifolia
  • Ficiifolia Ardisia
  • Ficiifolia Coralberry

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Description

Ardisia ficiifolia (also called Fig-leaved 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 ficiifolia 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 ficiifolia 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 ficiifolia 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 ficiifolia

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

Ardisia ficiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia ficiifolia?

Ardisia ficiifolia

What are the common names of Ardisia ficiifolia?

Fig-leaved Ardisia, Fig-leaved Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia ficiifolia?

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-2647934: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Kai Larsen (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Larsen' in the authors string.