Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 3: 99 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544435
Common Names
- Ardisia Hyalina
- Hyalina Ardisia
- Ardisia
Synonyms
- Zunilia hyalina (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
Description
Ardisia hyalina (also called Hyaline 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 hyalina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ardisia hyalina has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia hyalina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Ardisia hyalina
Ardisia hyalina can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia.
Ardisia hyalina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia hyalina?
Ardisia hyalina
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia hyalina?
Ardisia hyalina is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the common names of Ardisia hyalina?
Ardisia hyalina is commonly known as Hyaline Ardisia.
Species in the Ardisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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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,