Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Walker
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J. 20: 185 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544904
Common Names
- Ardisia Petelotii
- Petelotii Ardisia
- Ardisia Petelotii
Description
Ardisia petelotii (also called Petelotii, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in tropical rainforests, moist montane forests, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia petelotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ardisia petelotii has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia petelotii is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water. It can be grown in containers and will spread slowly to form a dense clump. It is a low maintenance plant and does not require much pruning or fertilizing.
Where to Find Ardisia petelotii
Ardisia petelotii is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Ardisia petelotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia petelotii?
Ardisia petelotii
What is the common name of Ardisia petelotii?
Petelot's Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia petelotii?
Ardisia petelotii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Species in the Ardisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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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,