Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
vesca
ID:
546032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 93 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545364

Common Names

  • Ardisia Vesca
  • Vesca Ardisia
  • Vesca-Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Auriculardisia vesca (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Icacorea minima (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ardisia vesca (also called Sweet 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 vesca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has many benefits such as providing a natural source of food for birds and other wildlife, and can be used to create a natural habitat for insects and other small animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Ardisia vesca can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Ardisia vesca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia vesca?

Ardisia vesca

What is the common name of Ardisia vesca?

Smooth ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia vesca?

Tropical rainforests

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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