Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ilocana
ID:
545109

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 14: 443 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544441

Common Names

  • Ardisia Ilocana
  • Ilocana Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia ilocana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia ilocana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia ilocana 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 ilocana

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

Ardisia ilocana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia ilocana?

Ardisia ilocana

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia ilocana?

Ardisia ilocana is native to the Philippines.

What are the common names of Ardisia ilocana?

Ardisia ilocana is commonly known as Ilocano Ardisia.

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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