Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
mawaiensis
ID:
545308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Furtado ex B.C.Stone

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Malaysian Forester 45: 113 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544640

Common Names

  • Ardisia mawaiensis
  • Mawaiensis Ardisia
  • Mawaiensis-Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia mawaiensis (also called Mawai 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 mawaiensis 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 mawaiensis 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 mawaiensis 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 mawaiensis

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

Ardisia mawaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia mawaiensis?

Ardisia mawaiensis

What is the common name of Ardisia mawaiensis?

Mawai Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia mawaiensis?

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-2648249: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.
Caetano Xavier Furtado (1897-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Furtado' in the authors string.