Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
maclurei
ID:
545273

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 21: 351 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544605

Common Names

  • Ardisia maclurei
  • Maclurei Ardisia
  • Maclurei-Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia sciophila T.Suzuki [unknown]
  • Bladhia sciophila (T.Suzuki) Nakai [unknown]

Description

Ardisia maclurei (also called Maclure's 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 maclurei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia maclurei is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia maclurei 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 maclurei

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

Ardisia maclurei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia maclurei?

Ardisia maclurei

What is the common name of Ardisia maclurei?

MacLure's ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia maclurei?

Ardisia maclurei 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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