Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
rigida
ID:
545745

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 42: 87 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545077

Common Names

  • Ardisia rigida
  • Rigid Ardisia
  • Stiff Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Tinus rigida (Kurz) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia rigida (also called 'Coralberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 3 m tall, with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia rigida 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia rigida var. laevis K.Larsen & C.M.Hu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia rigida 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 rigida is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cutting moist until it has rooted.

Where to Find Ardisia rigida

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

Ardisia rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia rigida?

Ardisia rigida

What type of plant is Ardisia rigida?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Ardisia rigida native to?

Southeast Asia

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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