Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
scheryi
ID:
545807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 28: 456 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545139

Common Names

  • Ardisia scheryi
  • Schery's Ardisia
  • Schery's Christmas Berry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia pluriflora Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea pluriflora (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea scheryi (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia schweryi (also called Schwer's Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan. It typically grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia scheryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia scheryi is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are dark green and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia scheryi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Ardisia scheryi

Ardisia scheryi is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ardisia scheryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia scheryi?

Ardisia scheryi

What is the family of Ardisia scheryi?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Ardisia scheryi?

Schery's marlberry

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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