Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
545051

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 523 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544383

Common Names

  • Ardisia Griffithii
  • Griffithii Ardisia
  • Ardisia Griffithii Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tinus griffithii (C.B.Clarke) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia griffithii (also called Griffith's 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 griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to reduce erosion, stabilize soil, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia griffithii 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 griffithii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia griffithii

Ardisia griffithii can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia.

Ardisia griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia griffithii?

Ardisia griffithii

What is the common name of Ardisia griffithii?

Griffith's Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia griffithii?

Tropical forests of South and Central America

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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