Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
garubahaya
ID:
545013

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Blumea 47: 494 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544345

Common Names

  • Garubahaya ardisia
  • Garubahaya coralberry
  • Garubahaya marlberry

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Description

Ardisia garubahaya (also called Garuba-haya 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 white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia garubahaya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia garubahaya is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect stem and small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia garubahaya can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers partial shade and moderate temperatures.

Where to Find Ardisia garubahaya

Ardisia garubahaya is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia garubahaya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia garubahaya?

Ardisia garubahaya

What is the common name of Ardisia garubahaya?

Garuba Ardisia

What type of plant is Ardisia garubahaya?

Evergreen shrub

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-2647978: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.