Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
purpureovillosa
ID:
545676

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & C.Chen ex C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Austro Sin. 6: 29 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545008

Common Names

  • Ardisia purpureovillosa
  • Purple-haired Ardisia
  • Purple-haired Christmas Berry

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Description

Ardisia purpureovillosa (also called Purple Velvet Ardisia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with dark green, velvety leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia purpureovillosa 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 purpureovillosa 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 purpureovillosa 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 purpureovillosa

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

Ardisia purpureovillosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia purpureovillosa?

Ardisia purpureovillosa

What are the common names of Ardisia purpureovillosa?

Mountain Boxwood, Red Ardisia

Where is Ardisia purpureovillosa 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-2648592: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.