Ardisia tilaranensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tilaranensis
ID:
545961
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 524 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545293
Common Names
- Ardisia tilaranensis
- Tilaran Ardisia
- Mountain Ardisia
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- Auriculardisia tilaranensis (Standl.) Lundell [unknown]
Description
Ardisia tilaranensis (also called Tilaran 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 tilaranensis 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 tilaranensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ardisia tilaranensis 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 tilaranensis
Ardisia tilaranensis is native to Costa Rica.
Ardisia tilaranensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia tilaranensis?
Ardisia tilaranensis
What are the common names of Ardisia tilaranensis?
Tilaranensis Ardisia, Tilaranensis Marlberry
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia tilaranensis?
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-2648858: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.