Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
opaca
ID:
545487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 47 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544819

Common Names

  • Ardisia opaca
  • Opaca Ardisia
  • Opaque Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Icacorea opaca (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia opaca (also called Opaque 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 opaca 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

The flower of Ardisia opaca is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are dark green and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia opaca is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Ardisia opaca

Ardisia opaca is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Ardisia opaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia opaca?

Ardisia opaca

What is the common name of Ardisia opaca?

Opaque Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia opaca?

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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