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
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.
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
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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,