Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
scortechinii
ID:
545817

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 140 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545149

Common Names

  • Ardisia scortechinii
  • Scortechin's Ardisia
  • Scortechin's Christmas Berry

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Description

Ardisia scortechinii (also called Scortechini'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 scortechinii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a hedge or border plant, and its berries can be used to make jams and jellies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia scortechinii var. trengganuensis C.M.Hu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia scortechinii 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 scortechinii 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 scortechinii

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

Ardisia scortechinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia scortechinii?

Ardisia scortechinii

What is the family of Ardisia scortechinii?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Ardisia scortechinii?

Scortechini'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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648724: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.