Ardisia pallidiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallidiflora
ID:
545512
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 61: 27 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544844
Common Names
- Ardisia Pallidiflora
- Pallidiflora Ardisia
- Pallidiflora Marlberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ardisia pallidiflora (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 pallidiflora 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 pallidiflora 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia pallidiflora 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 pallidiflora
Ardisia pallidiflora is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Ardisia pallidiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia pallidiflora?
Ardisia pallidiflora
What are the common names of Ardisia pallidiflora?
Pink-flowered Ardisia, Pink-flowered Marbleberry
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia pallidiflora?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648439: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.