Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Walker
Source:
cmp
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 73: 137 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544826
Common Names
- Ardisia ordinata
- Ordinata Ardisia
- Ordered Ardisia
Description
Ardisia ordinata (also called Ordinate 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 ordinata 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 ordinata is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are light green and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia ordinata is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It 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 ordinata
Ardisia ordinata is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Ardisia ordinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia ordinata?
Ardisia ordinata
What is the common name of Ardisia ordinata?
Ordinate Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia ordinata?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Ardisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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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,