Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ototomoensis
ID:
545497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 49: 109 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544829

Common Names

  • Ardisia ototomoensis
  • Ototomoensis Ardisia
  • Ototomoensis Ardisia

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia ototomoensis 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 ototomoensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are light green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia ototomoensis 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 ototomoensis

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

Ardisia ototomoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia ototomoensis?

Ardisia ototomoensis

What is the common name of Ardisia ototomoensis?

Ototomoensis Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia ototomoensis?

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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