Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 274 1824
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545370
Common Names
- Ardisia Villosa
- Villosa Ardisia
- Villosa-Ardisia
Synonyms
- Ardisia coccinea Jungh. [unknown]
- Ardisia dolichosepala Merr. [unknown]
- Ardisia dumetosa Tutcher [unknown]
- Ardisia glabrata Blume [unknown]
- Ardisia mollis Blume [unknown]
- Ardisia rabilii H.R.Fletcher [unknown]
- Ardisia stenosepala Merr. [unknown]
- Ardisia tavoyana A.DC. [unknown]
- Ardisia tawaensis Masam. [unknown]
- Ardisia trichocarpa Merr. [unknown]
- Ardisia vestita Wall. [unknown]
- Ardisia villosa glabrata (Blume) Kurz [unknown]
- Ardisia villosa latifolia E.Walker [unknown]
- Ardisia villosa oblanceolata E.Walker [unknown]
- Ardisia villosa villosa [unknown]
Description
Ardisia villosa (also called Hairy 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 villosa 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ardisia villosa sub. brevisepala C.M.Hu
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ardisia villosa 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 villosa is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagate Ardisia villosa 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 villosa
Ardisia villosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Ardisia villosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ardisia villosa?
Ardisia villosa
What is the common name of Ardisia villosa?
Hairy ardisia
What is the natural habitat of Ardisia villosa?
Tropical rainforests
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