Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
torsiva
ID:
545971

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Blumea 47: 511 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545303

Common Names

  • Ardisia torsiva
  • Torsiva Ardisia
  • Torsiva Coralberry

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Description

Ardisia torsiva (also called Twisted 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 torsiva 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 torsiva 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 torsiva 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 torsiva

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

Ardisia torsiva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia torsiva?

Ardisia torsiva

What are the common names of Ardisia torsiva?

Torsiva Ardisia, Torsiva Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia torsiva?

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-2648867: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.