Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
odontophylla
ID:
545466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 124 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544798

Common Names

  • Ardisia odontophylla
  • Toothed-leaved Ardisia
  • Toothed-leaved Marlberry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia pavonia Buch.-Ham. ex A.DC. [unknown]
  • Tinus odontophylla (Wall. ex A.DC.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia odontophylla (also called Toothleaf Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy leaves, native to China, Taiwan, and the Ryukyu Islands. It is found in moist forests and thickets, usually near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia odontophylla 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia odontophylla has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia odontophylla 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 odontophylla

Ardisia odontophylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions in Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Ardisia odontophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia odontophylla?

Ardisia odontophylla

What is the common name of Ardisia odontophylla?

Tooth-leaved Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia odontophylla?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648398: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.