Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
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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Description

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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Cultivation 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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