Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
longipedicellata
ID:
545253

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Fletcher

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 32 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544585

Common Names

  • Ardisia longipedicellata
  • Longipedicellata Ardisia
  • Longipedicellata-Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia longipedicellata (also called 'Long-pedicelled 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 longipedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in tropical and subtropical climates. It is also used in the production of baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ardisia longipedicellata are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia longipedicellata is a tropical evergreen shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ardisia longipedicellata

Ardisia longipedicellata 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.

Ardisia longipedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia longipedicellata?

Ardisia longipedicellata

What is the common name of Ardisia longipedicellata?

Long-pedicled ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia longipedicellata?

Ardisia longipedicellata is found in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648199: Based on the initial data import
Harold Roy Fletcher (1907-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Fletcher' in the authors string.