Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
venusta
ID:
546023

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

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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.

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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,

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