Status:
valid
Authors:
Furtado
Source:
cmp
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 17: 287 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544780
Common Names
- Ardisia nurii
- Nuri Ardisia
- Nuri Marlberry
Description
Ardisia nurii (also called Nur's 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 nurii 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 nurii 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 nurii 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 nurii
Ardisia nurii is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Ardisia nurii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia nurii?
Ardisia nurii
What is the common name of Ardisia nurii?
Nuri Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia nurii?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
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,