Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
gasingoides
ID:
1335294

Status:
valid

Authors:
Julius & Utteridge

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(4): 282 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347748

Common Names

  • Ardisia gasingoides
  • Gasingoides Ardisia
  • Gasingoides Marlberry

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Description

Ardisia gasingoides (also called 'Gasingoides Ardisia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Asia. It has leathery, glossy leaves and small, white flowers, and grows in moist forests and along streams. It produces small, red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia gasingoides is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes in some cultures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia gasingoides is small and white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia gasingoides is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings are established.

Where to Find Ardisia gasingoides

Ardisia gasingoides is native to the Neotropics, and can be found in Central and South America.

Ardisia gasingoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia gasingoides?

Ardisia gasingoides

What is the common name of Ardisia gasingoides?

Gasingoides Ardisia

Where is Ardisia gasingoides found?

It is found in the tropical forests of India.

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

Timothy Michael Arthur Utteridge: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Utteridge' in the authors string.
Avelinah Julius: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Julius' in the authors string.