Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
verapazensis
ID:
546025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donn.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 46: 113 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545357

Common Names

  • Ardisia Verapazensis
  • Verapaz Ardisia
  • Verapazensis Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Zunilia alba (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Zunilia eciliata Lundell [unknown]
  • Zunilia purpusii Lundell [unknown]
  • Zunilia sexpartita (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Zunilia verapazensis (Donn.Sm.) Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia alba Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia eciliata (Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson [unknown]
  • Ardisia escuintlensis Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia feniana Pipoly & Ricketson [unknown]
  • Ardisia sexpartita Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia verapazensis verapazensis [unknown]

Description

Ardisia verapazensis (also called Verapaz Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia verapazensis 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ardisia verapazensis sub. cucullata (Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia verapazensis 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 verapazensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagate Ardisia verapazensis 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 verapazensis

Ardisia verapazensis can be found in Central America.

Ardisia verapazensis FAQ

What type of plant is Ardisia verapazensis?

Ardisia verapazensis is a type of evergreen shrub.

Where does Ardisia verapazensis grow?

Ardisia verapazensis grows in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the scientific classification of Ardisia verapazensis?

Ardisia verapazensis 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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