Status:
valid
Authors:
Furtado
Source:
cmp
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 17: 300 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545010
Common Names
- Ardisia purseglovei
- Purseglove's Ardisia
- Purseglove's Christmas Berry
Description
Ardisia purseglovei (also called Purseglove's Ardisia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia purseglovei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ardisia purseglovei var. petiolaris B.C.Stone
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ardisia purseglovei 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 purseglovei 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 purseglovei
Ardisia purseglovei is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Ardisia purseglovei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia purseglovei?
Ardisia purseglovei
What are the common names of Ardisia purseglovei?
Mountain Boxwood, Red Ardisia
Where is Ardisia purseglovei 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,