Ardisia megalocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalocarpa
ID:
545316
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 1: 76 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544648
Common Names
- Ardisia Megalocarpa
- Large-Fruited Ardisia
- Megalocarpa Ardisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia megalocarpa (also called Large-fruited 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 megalocarpa 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 megalocarpa is a small white or pinkish star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy drupe with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a thin stem with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia megalocarpa 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 megalocarpa
Ardisia megalocarpa can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Thailand.
Ardisia megalocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia megalocarpa?
Ardisia megalocarpa
What is the family of Ardisia megalocarpa?
Myrsinaceae
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia megalocarpa?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Ardisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648256: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.