Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bot. Arch. 1: 126 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544355
Common Names
- Gjellerup's ardisia
- Gjellerup's coralberry
- Gjellerup's marlberry
Description
Ardisia gjellerupii (also called Gjellerup's 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 gjellerupii 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 gjellerupii is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black berry. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia gjellerupii 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 gjellerupii
Ardisia gjellerupii can be found in the tropical forests of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Ardisia gjellerupii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia gjellerupii?
Ardisia gjellerupii
What is the common name of Ardisia gjellerupii?
Gjellerup's Ardisia
What type of plant is Ardisia gjellerupii?
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,