Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
jamaicensis
ID:
545137

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 120 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544469

Common Names

  • Ardisia Jamaicensis
  • Jamaicensis Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Icacorea jamaicensis (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia jamaicensis (also called Jamaica Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia jamaicensis 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

The Ardisia jamaicensis flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia jamaicensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia jamaicensis

Ardisia jamaicensis is native to the tropical forests of Jamaica.

Ardisia jamaicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia jamaicensis?

Ardisia jamaicensis

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia jamaicensis?

Ardisia jamaicensis is native to Jamaica.

What are the common names of Ardisia jamaicensis?

Ardisia jamaicensis is commonly known as Jamaican 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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