Status:
valid
Authors:
Oerst.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1861: 130 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544765
Common Names
- Ardisia nigrescens
- Blackening Ardisia
- Blackening Marlberry
Synonyms
- Oerstedianthus nigrescens (Oerst.) Lundell [unknown]
- Oerstedianthus mitchellae (I.M.Johnst.) Lundell [unknown]
- Oerstedianthus hirtellus (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
- Oerstedianthus donnell-smithii (Mez) Lundell [unknown]
- Tinus nigrescens (Oerst.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Ardisia donnel-lsmithii Mez [unknown]
- Ardisia hirtella Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia mitchellae I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
- Ardisia multilineata Mez [unknown]
- Ardisia nigrescens donnellsmithii (Mez) Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia nigrescens donnell-smithii (Mez) Ricketson & Pipoly [unknown]
- Icacorea nigrescens (Oerst.) Standl. [unknown]
- Ardisia nigrescens nigrescens [unknown]
- Ardisia nigrescens donnellsmithii (Mez) Ricketson & Pipoly [unknown]
Description
Ardisia nigrescens (also called Black Ardisia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy oval leaves and small white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia nigrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ardisia nigrescens are white with yellow stamens and have a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia nigrescens is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Vietnam and is found in shady, moist areas. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Ardisia nigrescens
Ardisia nigrescens is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Ardisia nigrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia nigrescens?
Ardisia nigrescens
What is the common name of Ardisia nigrescens?
Black Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia nigrescens?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Ardisia genus
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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,