Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
rhomboidea
ID:
545739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 4: t. 1213 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545071

Common Names

  • Ardisia rhomboidea
  • Rhomboid Ardisia
  • Diamond Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Tinus rhombodea (Wight) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia rhomboidea (also called Rhomboid marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has leathery leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia rhomboidea 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 rhomboidea is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia rhomboidea is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water. It can be grown in containers and will spread slowly to form a dense clump. It is a low maintenance plant and does not require much pruning or fertilizing.

Where to Find Ardisia rhomboidea

Ardisia rhomboidea can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Ardisia rhomboidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia rhomboidea?

Ardisia rhomboidea

What are the common names of Ardisia rhomboidea?

Coralberry, Coralberry Bush, Christmas Berry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia rhomboidea?

Ardisia rhomboidea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas

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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