Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
reclinata
ID:
545719

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scheff.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Myrsin. Arch. Ind. : 69 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545051

Common Names

  • Ardisia reclinata
  • Reclinate Ardisia
  • Reclinate Christmas Berry

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Synonyms

  • Bladhia reclinata (Scheff.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Tinus reclinata (Scheff.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia reclinata (also called Reclining 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 reclinata 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 flowers of Ardisia reclinata are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia reclinata 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 reclinata

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

Ardisia reclinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia reclinata?

Ardisia reclinata

What is the common name of Ardisia reclinata?

Mountain Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia reclinata?

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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