Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
glomerata
ID:
545034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist 29: 486 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544366

Common Names

  • Ardisia Glomerata
  • Glomerata Ardisia
  • Ardisia Glomerata Plant

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Synonyms

  • Auriculardisia glomerata (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia glomerata (also called Clustered 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 glomerata 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

Ardisia glomerata has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia glomerata 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 glomerata

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

Ardisia glomerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia glomerata?

Ardisia glomerata

What is the common name of Ardisia glomerata?

Clustered Ardisia

What type of plant is Ardisia glomerata?

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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