Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
talamancensis
ID:
545934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ricketson & Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 90: 307 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545266

Common Names

  • Ardisia Talamancensis
  • Talamancensis Ardisia
  • Coralberry

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Description

Ardisia talamancensis (also called Talamanca Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia talamancensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ardisia talamancensis are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia talamancensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plant prefers moist soils and can tolerate some flooding.

Where to Find Ardisia talamancensis

Ardisia talamancensis can be found in tropical rainforests in Central America, including Costa Rica and Panama.

Ardisia talamancensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia talamancensis?

Ardisia talamancensis

What are the common names of Ardisia talamancensis?

Talamanca Ardisia, Talamanca Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia talamancensis?

Tropical wet forests of Costa Rica and Panama

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-2648833: 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.