Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
545967

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 2: 66 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545299

Common Names

  • Ardisia tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Ardisia
  • Mountain Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia cuprea Elmer [unknown]
  • Ardisia peninsula Elmer [unknown]
  • Ardisia philippinensis A.DC. [unknown]
  • Tinus philippinensis (A.DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tinus tomentosa (C.Presl) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia tomentosa (also called Woolly Marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall and has elliptic to ovate leaves. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist forests and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia tomentosa 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 flower of Ardisia tomentosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia tomentosa 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 tomentosa

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

Ardisia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia tomentosa?

Ardisia tomentosa

What are the common names of Ardisia tomentosa?

Tomentosa Ardisia, Tomentosa Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia tomentosa?

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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