Biology:Ardisia solida

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Short description: Species of flowering plant

Ardisia solida
Scientific classification edit
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Primulaceae
Genus: Ardisia
Species:
A. solida
Binomial name
Ardisia solida
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Ardisia solida is a species of plant in the family Primulaceae. It can be found in Malaysia.[1][2] It is a perennial shrub with a maximum height of 4 meters. Originating from the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, it thrives in tropical and subtropical forests.[3]

Appearance

Ardisia solida's blossom is a white, star-shaped flower comprising five petals. The seed is a petite, shiny, black seed. Seedlings are diminutive, dark green, and exhibit a solitary pair of oval-shaped leaves.[3]

Use

Ardisia solida is a favored decorative plant, frequently employed in gardens and indoor settings. Additionally, it serves well as a hedge.[3]

References

Wikidata ☰ Q15325583 entry