Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
mcphersonii
ID:
545314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 38 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544646

Common Names

  • Ardisia McPhersonii
  • McPherson's Ardisia
  • McPherson's Marlberry

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Description

Ardisia mcphersonii (also called McPherson's 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 mcphersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia mcphersonii 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 mcphersonii 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 mcphersonii

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

Ardisia mcphersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia mcphersonii?

Ardisia mcphersonii

What is the family of Ardisia mcphersonii?

Myrsinaceae

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia mcphersonii?

Tropical rainforests

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-2648254: Based on the initial data import
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.