Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 40: 68 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544456
Common Names
- Ardisia Involucrata
- Involucrata Ardisia
- Ardisia
Synonyms
- Parardisia involucrata (Kurz) M.P.Nayar & G.S.Giri [unknown]
Description
Ardisia involucrata (also called Involucrate 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 involucrata 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 involucrata has white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of leaves at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia involucrata 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 involucrata
Ardisia involucrata is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Ardisia involucrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia involucrata?
Ardisia involucrata
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia involucrata?
Ardisia involucrata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the common names of Ardisia involucrata?
Ardisia involucrata is commonly known as Involucrate 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,