Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
kajumarina
ID:
545152

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Blumea 47: 510 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544484

Common Names

  • Ardisia Kajumarina
  • Kajumarina Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia kajumarina (also called 'Kajumara Ardisia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of white flowers with pinkish-red berries. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of light frost.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia kajumarina 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 kajumarina 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 kajumarina is a tropical evergreen shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Ardisia kajumarina

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

Ardisia kajumarina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia kajumarina?

Ardisia kajumarina

What is the family of Ardisia kajumarina?

Primulaceae

What is the habitat of Ardisia kajumarina?

Tropical rainforest

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-2648107: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.