Status:
valid
Authors:
King & Gamble
Source:
cmp
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 125 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544526
Common Names
- Ardisia lankawiensis
- Lankawiensis Marlberry
- Lankawian Marlberry
Description
Ardisia lankawiensis (also called Lankawe ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia lankawiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ardisia lankawiensis 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 lankawiensis can be propagated by 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 well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ardisia lankawiensis
Ardisia lankawiensis is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the wet zone of the country.
Ardisia lankawiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia lankawiensis?
Ardisia lankawiensis
What is the family of Ardisia lankawiensis?
Primulaceae
What is the habitat of Ardisia lankawiensis?
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,