Description
Ardisia lauracea (also called laurel ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ardisia lauracea 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 lauracea 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 lauracea
Ardisia lauracea is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Odisha, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh.