Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
glomeriflora
ID:
545035

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Morales

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 83(2): 109. 1998 [Aug 1997 publ. 27 Jul 1998]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544367

Common Names

  • Ardisia Glomeriflora
  • Glomeriflora Ardisia
  • Ardisia Glomeriflora Plant

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Description

Ardisia glomeriflora (also called Clustered-flowered 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 glomeriflora 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 glomeriflora 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 glomeriflora can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia glomeriflora

Ardisia glomeriflora is found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ardisia glomeriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia glomeriflora?

Ardisia glomeriflora

What is the common name of Ardisia glomeriflora?

Clustered-flower Ardisia

What type of plant is Ardisia glomeriflora?

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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