Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
glauca
ID:
545031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 412 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544363

Common Names

  • Ardisia glauca
  • Glauca Marlberry
  • Glaucous Marlberry

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Description

Ardisia glauca (also called Glaucous Marlberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia glauca 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 glauca is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black berry. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia glauca 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 glauca

Ardisia glauca is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ardisia glauca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia glauca?

Ardisia glauca

What is the common name of Ardisia glauca?

Glaucous Ardisia

What type of plant is Ardisia glauca?

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,

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