Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pterocaulis
ID:
545652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pl. Jungh. : 194 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544984

Common Names

  • False Pterocaul Ardisia
  • False Pterocaulberry
  • False Pterocaul Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia platyclada King & Gamble [unknown]
  • Ardisia synneura Scheff. [unknown]
  • Tapeinosperma synneurum (Scheff.) Philipson [unknown]
  • Tinus pterocaulis (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia pterocaulis (also called Wing-stemmed 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 pterocaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia pterocaulis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, shrub-like plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia pterocaulis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ardisia pterocaulis

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

Ardisia pterocaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia pterocaulis?

Ardisia pterocaulis

What are the common names of Ardisia pterocaulis?

Mountain Boxwood, Red Ardisia

Where is Ardisia pterocaulis native to?

Eastern Asia

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,