Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
545659

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 410 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544991

Common Names

  • Ardisia pulchella
  • Pulchella Ardisia
  • Ardisia Beauty

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Description

Ardisia pulchella (also called Beautiful 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 pulchella 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 pulchella 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 pulchella 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 pulchella

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

Ardisia pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia pulchella?

Ardisia pulchella

What are the common names of Ardisia pulchella?

Mountain Boxwood, Red Ardisia

Where is Ardisia pulchella 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,

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