Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pichinchana
ID:
545583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 86 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544915

Common Names

  • Ardisia Pichinchana
  • Pichinchana Ardisia
  • Ardisia Pichinchana

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Description

Ardisia pichinchana (also called Pichinchana, 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 pichinchana 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 pichinchana 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 pichinchana 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 pichinchana

Ardisia pichinchana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ardisia pichinchana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia pichinchana?

Ardisia pichinchana

What is the common name of Ardisia pichinchana?

Pichincha Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia pichinchana?

Ardisia pichinchana 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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