Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
cmp
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 112 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545254
Common Names
- Ardisia Sulcata
- Sulcata Ardisia
- Coralberry
Description
Ardisia sulcata (also called Grooved Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ardisia sulcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ardisia sulcata are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia sulcata 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 sulcata
Ardisia sulcata can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.
Ardisia sulcata FAQ
What type of plant is Ardisia sulcata?
Ardisia sulcata is a type of evergreen shrub.
Where does Ardisia sulcata grow?
Ardisia sulcata grows in tropical and subtropical regions.
What is the scientific classification of Ardisia sulcata?
Ardisia sulcata is classified as a dicotyledon in the Primulaceae family.
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,