Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
steinii
ID:
545889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pipoly & Ricketson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Sida 18: 514 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545221

Common Names

  • Ardisia Steinii
  • Steinii Ardisia
  • Coralberry

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Synonyms

  • Auriculardisia baruana Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia steinii (also called Stein's Marlberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia steinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has many benefits such as providing a natural source of food for birds and other wildlife, and can be used to create a natural habitat for insects and other small animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia steinii has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia steinii is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and taken from the tips of the stems. Place the cuttings in a pot filled with moist potting soil and keep the soil moist until the cuttings root. Transplant the rooted cuttings into individual pots and keep them in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Ardisia steinii

Ardisia steinii can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.

Ardisia steinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia steinii?

Ardisia steinii

What is the common name of Ardisia steinii?

Stein's Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia steinii?

Tropical rainforests

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-2648792: Based on the initial data import
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.