Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
theifolia
ID:
545956

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 152 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545288

Common Names

  • Ardisia theifolia
  • Theifolia Ardisia
  • Mountain Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia theifolia (also called Thief'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 theifolia 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 theifolia 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 theifolia 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 theifolia

Ardisia theifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, from India to China.

Ardisia theifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia theifolia?

Ardisia theifolia

What are the common names of Ardisia theifolia?

Theifolia Ardisia, Theifolia Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia theifolia?

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-2648853: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.