Ardisia lustrata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lustrata
ID:
545269
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.C.Stone
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 141: 298 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544601
Common Names
- Ardisia lustrata
- Lustrata Ardisia
- Lustrata-Ardisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia lustrata (also called Shiny 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 lustrata 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 lustrata are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia lustrata 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 lustrata
Ardisia lustrata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Ardisia lustrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia lustrata?
Ardisia lustrata
What is the common name of Ardisia lustrata?
Lustrous ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia lustrata?
Ardisia lustrata 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-2648212: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.