Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
obtusa
ID:
545461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 104 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544793

Common Names

  • Ardisia obtusa
  • Blunt Ardisia
  • Blunt Marlberry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia pseudopedunculosa Pit. [unknown]
  • Ardisia pseudopedunculosa cochinchinensis Pit. [unknown]
  • Ardisia obtusa obtusa [unknown]

Description

Ardisia obtusa (also called Obtuse 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 obtusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a tonic for the liver.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia obtusa var. montana (Pit.) C.M.Hu & J.E.Vidal
Ardisia obtusa sub. pachyphylla (Dunn) Pipoly & C.Chen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ardisia obtusa are white with yellow stamens and have a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia obtusa 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 obtusa

Ardisia obtusa is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia obtusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia obtusa?

Ardisia obtusa

What is the common name of Ardisia obtusa?

Blunt Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia obtusa?

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,

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