Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
venosa
ID:
546020

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast. ex Donn.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 18: 205. 1893

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545352

Common Names

  • Ardisia venosa
  • Venosa Ardisia
  • Venosa Coralberry

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Synonyms

  • Synardisia venosa (Mast. ex Donn.Sm.) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia venosa (also called Venose Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia venosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia venosa is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia venosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Ardisia venosa

Ardisia venosa is native to China and can be found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Ardisia venosa FAQ

What type of plant is Ardisia venosa?

Ardisia venosa is a type of evergreen shrub.

Where does Ardisia venosa grow?

Ardisia venosa grows in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the scientific classification of Ardisia venosa?

Ardisia venosa is classified as a dicotyledon in the Primulaceae family.

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-2648910: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.