Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
545943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 110 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545275

Common Names

  • Ardisia Tenuicaulis
  • Tenuicaulis Ardisia
  • Coralberry

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Synonyms

  • Icacorea tenuicaulis (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia tenuicaulis (also called Slender-stemmed 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 tenuicaulis 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 tenuicaulis 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 tenuicaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. They should be rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Ardisia tenuicaulis

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

Ardisia tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia tenuicaulis?

Ardisia tenuicaulis

What are the common names of Ardisia tenuicaulis?

Tenuicaulis Ardisia, Tenuicaulis Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia tenuicaulis?

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,

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