Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
helferiana
ID:
545076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 42: 86 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544408

Common Names

  • Ardisia Helferiana
  • Helferiana Ardisia
  • Ardisia Helferiana Plant

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia albiflora Pit. [unknown]
  • Ardisia crispipila Merr. [unknown]
  • Ardisia dinhensis Pit. [unknown]
  • Ardisia helferiana septentrionalis Pit. [unknown]
  • Ardisia villosula Pit. [unknown]
  • Tinus helferiana (Kurz) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia helferiana (also called Helfer's Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Primulaceae family. It is native to China and Vietnam, and is found in moist forests and thickets. It has simple, opposite leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia helferiana 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 helferiana 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 helferiana 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 helferiana

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

Ardisia helferiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia helferiana?

Ardisia helferiana

What is the common name of Ardisia helferiana?

Helfer's Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia helferiana?

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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