Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
hammelii
ID:
545067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 78 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544399

Common Names

  • Ardisia Hammelii
  • Hammelii Ardisia
  • Ardisia Hammelii Plant

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Synonyms

  • Auriculardisia hammelii (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia hammelii (also called Hammels Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia hammelii 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 hammelii 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 hammelii 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 hammelii

Ardisia hammelii can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Ardisia hammelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia hammelii?

Ardisia hammelii

What is the common name of Ardisia hammelii?

Hammel's Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia hammelii?

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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