Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
schippii
ID:
545808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 12: 412 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545140

Common Names

  • Ardisia schippii
  • Schipp's Ardisia
  • Schipp's Christmas Berry

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Synonyms

  • Amatlania izabalana (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Amatlania schippii (Standl.) Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia izabalana Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia schippii (also called Schipp'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 schippii 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 schippii is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are light green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia schippii 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 schippii

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

Ardisia schippii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia schippii?

Ardisia schippii

What is the family of Ardisia schippii?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Ardisia schippii?

Schipp'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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