Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 220 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545062
Common Names
- Ardisia reptans
- Creeping Ardisia
- Climbing Ardisia
Description
Ardisia reptans (also called Creeping 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 reptans 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 reptans are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia reptans 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 reptans
Ardisia reptans can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Ardisia reptans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia reptans?
Ardisia reptans
What is the common name of Ardisia reptans?
Mountain Ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia reptans?
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,