Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
545117

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez & Pittier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 3: 237 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544449

Common Names

  • Ardisia Insignis
  • Insignis Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia insignis (also called Showy 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 insignis 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 insignis has white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia insignis 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 insignis

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

Ardisia insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia insignis?

Ardisia insignis

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia insignis?

Ardisia insignis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the common names of Ardisia insignis?

Ardisia insignis is commonly known as Distinguished 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648074: Based on the initial data import
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.