Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
purseglovei
ID:
545678

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

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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.

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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,

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