Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
rapaneifolia
ID:
545714

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu & J.E.Vidal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 5: 8 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545046

Common Names

  • Ardisia rapaneifolia
  • Rapaneifoliate Ardisia
  • Rapaneifoliate Christmas Berry

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Description

Ardisia rapaneifolia (also called Rapanea-leaved 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 rapaneifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia rapaneifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are dark green and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia rapaneifolia 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 rapaneifolia

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

Ardisia rapaneifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia rapaneifolia?

Ardisia rapaneifolia

What is the common name of Ardisia rapaneifolia?

Mountain Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia rapaneifolia?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648628: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Jules Eugène Vidal (1914-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Vidal' in the authors string.