Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
petila
ID:
545574

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.C.Stone

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 142: 39 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544906

Common Names

  • Ardisia Petila
  • Petila Ardisia
  • Ardisia Petila

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Description

Ardisia petila (also called Petila, 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 petila is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia petila has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia petila 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 petila

Ardisia petila is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Ardisia petila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia petila?

Ardisia petila

What is the common name of Ardisia petila?

Petila Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia petila?

Ardisia petila is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas

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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