Status:
valid
Authors:
Capuron
Source:
cmp
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 3: 384 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544965
Common Names
- Ardisia Procera
- Procera Ardisia
- Ardisia Procera
Description
Ardisia procera (also called Tall marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has leathery leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia procera 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
The flower of Ardisia procera is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, shrub-like plants.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia procera 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 procera
Ardisia procera is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Ardisia procera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia procera?
Ardisia procera
What is the common name of Ardisia procera?
Mountain Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia procera?
Tropical forests
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Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
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Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
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Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
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Androsace brevis,
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Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
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Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,