Description
Ardisia longipetiolata (also called 'Long-petioled 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ardisia longipetiolata are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia longipetiolata 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 longipetiolata
Ardisia longipetiolata 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.