Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
lurida
ID:
545268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 687 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544600

Common Names

  • Ardisia lurida
  • Lurida Ardisia
  • Lurida-Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia crassifolia Mez [unknown]
  • Ardisia palembanica Miq. [unknown]
  • Ardisia solanacea elata King & Gamble [unknown]
  • Ardisia tiomanensis Furtado [unknown]
  • Tinus lurida (Blume) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tinus palembanica (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia lurida (also called Lurid Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia lurida 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 lurida 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 lurida 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 lurida

Ardisia lurida is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Ardisia lurida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia lurida?

Ardisia lurida

What is the common name of Ardisia lurida?

Lurid ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia lurida?

Ardisia lurida 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,

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