Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
sibthorpioides
ID:
546094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 205 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545426

Common Names

  • Ardisiandra Sibthorpioides
  • Sibthorpioides Ardisiandra
  • Sibthorpioides-Ardisiandra

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Synonyms

  • Ardisiandra engleri Weim. [unknown]
  • Ardisiandra engleri microphylla Weim. [unknown]

Description

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides (also called Sibthorp's Ardisiandra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It is commonly found in forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides 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 Ardisiandra sibthorpioides is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. Fertilize regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Ardisiandra sibthorpioides

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides FAQ

What type of plant is Ardisiandra sibthorpioides?

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides is a type of evergreen shrub.

Where does Ardisiandra sibthorpioides grow?

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides grows in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the scientific classification of Ardisiandra sibthorpioides?

Ardisiandra sibthorpioides is classified as a dicotyledon in the Primulaceae family.

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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