Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.P.Yang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 34: 270 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544923
Common Names
- Ardisia Pingbienensis
- Pingbienensis Ardisia
- Ardisia Pingbienensis
Description
Ardisia pingbienensis (also called Pingbienensis, 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 pingbienensis 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 pingbienensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia pingbienensis 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 pingbienensis
Ardisia pingbienensis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Ardisia pingbienensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia pingbienensis?
Ardisia pingbienensis
What is the common name of Ardisia pingbienensis?
Pingbian Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia pingbienensis?
Ardisia pingbienensis 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,
References
Yong Ping Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Yang' in the authors string.