Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pachysandra
ID:
545508

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 97 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544840

Common Names

  • Ardisia Pachysandra
  • Pachysandra Ardisia
  • Pachysandra Marlberry

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Synonyms

  • Pimelandra wallichii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Myrsine pachysandra Wall. ex Roxb. [deprecated]
  • Tinus pachysandra (Wall.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia pachysandra (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 pachysandra 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 pachysandra has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have a single stem with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia pachysandra 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 pachysandra

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

Ardisia pachysandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia pachysandra?

Ardisia pachysandra

What is the family of Ardisia pachysandra?

Primulaceae

What is the habitat of Ardisia pachysandra?

It is found in tropical forests

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-2648435: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.