Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 52: 292 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545355
Common Names
- Ardisia venusta
- Venusta Ardisia
- Venusta Coralberry
Description
Ardisia venusta (also called Beautiful 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 venusta 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 venusta 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ardisia venusta is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagate Ardisia venusta by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Ardisia venusta
Ardisia venusta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Ardisia venusta FAQ
What type of plant is Ardisia venusta?
Ardisia venusta is a type of evergreen shrub.
Where does Ardisia venusta grow?
Ardisia venusta grows in tropical and subtropical regions.
What is the scientific classification of Ardisia venusta?
Ardisia venusta 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,