Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
puberula
ID:
545655

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Fletcher

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 35 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544987

Common Names

  • Hairy Ardisia
  • Hairyberry
  • Hairy Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia puberula (also called Pubescent 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 puberula 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 puberula 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 puberula 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 puberula

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

Ardisia puberula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia puberula?

Ardisia puberula

What are the common names of Ardisia puberula?

Mountain Boxwood, Red Ardisia

Where is Ardisia puberula 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648570: Based on the initial data import
Harold Roy Fletcher (1907-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Fletcher' in the authors string.