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
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.
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
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Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
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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,
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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,