Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
porifera
ID:
545622

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Walker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 73: 70 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544954

Common Names

  • Ardisia Porifera
  • Porifera Ardisia
  • Ardisia Porifera

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Description

Ardisia porifera (also called 'Porous Ardisia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia porifera 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 porifera has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia porifera is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Ardisia porifera

Ardisia porifera is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia porifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia porifera?

Ardisia porifera

What are the common names of Ardisia porifera?

Coralberry, Coralberry Bush, Christmas Berry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia porifera?

Ardisia porifera 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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