Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
intibucana
ID:
545122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell ex C.Nelson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Ceiba 42: 41 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544454

Common Names

  • Ardisia Intibucana
  • Intibucana Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Gentlea lancifolia Lundell [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia intibucana 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 intibucana 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 intibucana 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 intibucana

Ardisia intibucana is found in the tropical forests of Honduras and Guatemala.

Ardisia intibucana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia intibucana?

Ardisia intibucana

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia intibucana?

Ardisia intibucana is native to Honduras.

What are the common names of Ardisia intibucana?

Ardisia intibucana is commonly known as Intibucan 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-2648079: Based on the initial data import
Cirilo Nelson (1938-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Nelson' in the authors string.
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.