Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
reptans
ID:
545730

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

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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.

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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,

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