Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chen & D.Fang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 13: 201 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544305
Common Names
- Ardisia flaviflora
- Flaviflora Ardisia
- Flaviflora Coralberry
Description
Ardisia flaviflora (also called Yellow-flowered Ardisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit, reaching up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to elliptic in shape, with yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia flaviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to reduce erosion, stabilize soil, and provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ardisia flaviflora 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 flaviflora 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 flaviflora
Ardisia flaviflora can be found in tropical forests of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Ardisia flaviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia flaviflora?
Ardisia flaviflora
What are the common names of Ardisia flaviflora?
Yellow-flowered Ardisia, Yellow-flowered Marlberry
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia flaviflora?
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
Ding Fang (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Fang' in the authors string.