Status:
valid
Authors:
Oerst.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1861: 127 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544773
Common Names
- Ardisia nigropunctata
- Black-dotted Ardisia
- Black-dotted Marlberry
Synonyms
- Tinus nigropunctata (Oerst.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Ardisia chontalensis Mez [unknown]
- Ardisia mammosa Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia moraviana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
- Ardisia quadrata (Lundell) J.F.Morales [unknown]
- Auriculardisia chontalensis (Mez) Lundell [unknown]
- Auriculardisia mammosa (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
- Auriculardisia moraviana Lundell [unknown]
- Auriculardisia nigropunctata (Oerst.) Lundell [unknown]
- Auriculardisia quadratus Lundell [unknown]
Description
Ardisia nigropunctata (also called Black-dotted 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 nigropunctata 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 nigropunctata 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 nigropunctata 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 nigropunctata
Ardisia nigropunctata is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Ardisia nigropunctata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia nigropunctata?
Ardisia nigropunctata
What is the common name of Ardisia nigropunctata?
Black-dotted Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia nigropunctata?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
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