Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
mamillata
ID:
545296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hance

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 22: 290 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544628

Common Names

  • Ardisia mamillata
  • Mamillata Ardisia
  • Mamillata-Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Tinus mamillata (Hance) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia mamillata (also called Mamillate Marlberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia mamillata 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 mamillata 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 mamillata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the roots have developed.

Where to Find Ardisia mamillata

Ardisia mamillata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ardisia mamillata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia mamillata?

Ardisia mamillata

What is the common name of Ardisia mamillata?

Mamillate Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia mamillata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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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