Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
subanceps
ID:
545907

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & Lauterb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee : 489 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545239

Common Names

  • Ardisia Subanceps
  • Subanceps Ardisia
  • Coralberry

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Description

Ardisia subanceps (also called Subanceps 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 subanceps 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

The flower of Ardisia subanceps is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia subanceps 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 subanceps

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

Ardisia subanceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia subanceps?

Ardisia subanceps

What is the common name of Ardisia subanceps?

Sub-arched Ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia subanceps?

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-2648808: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.