Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
marojejyensis
ID:
545303

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.S.Mill. & Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 63 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544635

Common Names

  • Ardisia marojejyensis
  • Marojejyensis Ardisia
  • Marojejyensis-Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia marojejyensis (also called Marojejy Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and red fruits. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and usually grows in moist forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia marojejyensis 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 marojejyensis is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia marojejyensis 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 marojejyensis

Ardisia marojejyensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.

Ardisia marojejyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia marojejyensis?

Ardisia marojejyensis

What is the common name of Ardisia marojejyensis?

Marojejy Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia marojejyensis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648244: Based on the initial data import
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
James Spencer Miller (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Mill.' in the authors string.