Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pitardii
ID:
545594

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu & J.E.Vidal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 5: 4 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544926

Common Names

  • Ardisia Pitardii
  • Pitardii Ardisia
  • Ardisia Pitardii

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia quinquegona micrantha Pit. [unknown]

Description

Ardisia pitardii (also called Pitardii, 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 pitardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia pitardii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia pitardii 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 pitardii

Ardisia pitardii can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Ardisia pitardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia pitardii?

Ardisia pitardii

What is the common name of Ardisia pitardii?

Pitard's Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia pitardii?

Ardisia pitardii 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648515: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Jules Eugène Vidal (1914-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Vidal' in the authors string.