Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
jefeana
ID:
545142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 285 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544474

Common Names

  • Ardisia Jefeana
  • Jefeana Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia obovalifolia Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea jefeana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia jefeana (also called Jefe's 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 jefeana 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 jefeana 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 jefeana is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cutting moist until it has rooted.

Where to Find Ardisia jefeana

Ardisia jefeana is found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ardisia jefeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia jefeana?

Ardisia jefeana

What is the common name of Ardisia jefeana?

Jefe Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia jefeana?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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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