Ardisia humilis

Coralberry

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Common Name: 

Coralberry

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

25°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Description

Ardisia humilis is a species of Ardisia in the family Myrsinaceae, native to southeastern Asia in southern China (Guangdong, Hainan), the Philippines, and Vietnam.

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Blooming

Flowers are not as significant as the bright red berries that persist on the plant through winter.

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Growth

Does well with partial to full shade. Some horticulturally important species can reach 4 ft. tall.

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Planting

Sow seed, in spring, at 55°F (13°C). In summer, root semi-ripe cuttings.

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Pest

Mealybugs. Prone to many fungal root rots and fungal stem and leaf diseases. Watch for basal stem galls which may occur if seeds are germinated at excessively high temperatures.

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Interesting facts

Ardisia includes about 250 species of evergreen trees and shrubs. Grown for their whorled or spiralled mid to dark green leaves, corymbs of white or pink flowers, and flashy red fruits.

Coralberry (Ardisia humilis) - Soil and irrigation

Needs regular water and rich, fast-draining and water retaining soil. Water freely during the growing season, moderately at other times.

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