Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 8: 15 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544839
Common Names
- Ardisia Pachyrhachis
- Pachyrhachis Ardisia
- Pachyrhachis Marlberry
Synonyms
- Bladhia pachyrhachis F.Muell. [unknown]
- Ardisia pachyrrhachis (F.Muell.) F.M.Bailey [unknown]
Description
Ardisia pachyrhachis (also called 'Coralberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 3 m tall, with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia pachyrhachis 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 pachyrhachis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia pachyrhachis 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 pachyrhachis
Ardisia pachyrhachis is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Ardisia pachyrhachis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia pachyrhachis?
Ardisia pachyrhachis
What is the family of Ardisia pachyrhachis?
Primulaceae
What is the habitat of Ardisia pachyrhachis?
It is found in tropical forests
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Amblyanthus obovatus,
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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,