Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
quinquegona
ID:
545696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 689 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545028

Common Names

  • Ardisia quinquegona
  • Five-winged Ardisia
  • Five-winged Christmas Berry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia cambodiana Pierre ex Pit. [unknown]
  • Ardisia jinyunensis Z.Y.Zhu [unknown]
  • Ardisia pauciflora Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Ardisia pentagona A.DC. [unknown]
  • Bladhia quinquegona (Blume) Nakai [unknown]
  • Ardisia quinquegona quinquegona [unknown]
  • Ardisia elliptisepala E.Walker [unknown]

Description

Ardisia quinquegona (also called Five-angled 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 quinquegona is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases, fever, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia quinquegona var. hainanensis E.Walker
Ardisia quinquegona var. salicifolia (E.Walker) C.M.Hu & J.E.Vidal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia quinquegona has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia quinquegona is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Water regularly and feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Where to Find Ardisia quinquegona

Ardisia quinquegona is native to tropical forests in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Ardisia quinquegona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia quinquegona?

Ardisia quinquegona

What is the common name of Ardisia quinquegona?

Mountain Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia quinquegona?

Tropical forests

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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