Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
waitakii
ID:
546054

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. South China 1: 3 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545386

Common Names

  • Ardisia Waitakii
  • Waitakii Ardisia
  • Waitakii-Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia waitakii (also called Waitaki Ardisia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia waitakii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Ardisia waitakii can be found in New Zealand.

Ardisia waitakii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia waitakii?

Ardisia waitakii

What is the common name of Ardisia waitakii?

Waitaki ardisia

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia waitakii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2648944: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.