Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
foetida
ID:
544980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd. ex Roem. & Schult.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 4: 803 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544312

Common Names

  • Ardisia foetida
  • Foetida Ardisia
  • Foetida Coralberry

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia allenii Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia bella Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia robusta Mez [unknown]
  • Ardisia valida Mez [unknown]
  • Ardisia zuliana Lundell [unknown]
  • Tinus foetida (Willd. ex Roem. & Schult.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ardisia foetida (also called Stinking Ardisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit, reaching up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to elliptic in shape, with a foul odor.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia foetida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to reduce erosion, stabilize soil, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ardisia foetida is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, shrub-like plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia foetida can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ardisia foetida

Ardisia foetida can be found in tropical forests of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Ardisia foetida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia foetida?

Ardisia foetida

What are the common names of Ardisia foetida?

Stinking Ardisia, Stinking Marlberry

What is the natural habitat of Ardisia foetida?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-2647948: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.