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low shoebutton
Scientific Name: Ardisia humilis
Family: Myrsinaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Low Shoebutton (Ardisia humilis)
The Low Shoebutton, scientifically known as Ardisia humilis, is a perennial shrub belonging to the family Myrsinaceae.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces red or black berries.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Ardisia humilis Vahl.
- Common Name: Low Shoebutton
- Family: Myrsinaceae
- Synonyms:
- Ardisia arborescens Wall.
- Ardisia hainanensis Engl.
- Ardisia pyrgina St.-Lager
- Ardisia pyrgus Roem.
- Ardisia solanacea (Note: this is also listed as a synonym for *Ardisia humilis* Engl.: shoebutton ardisia, shoebutton)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Southeast Asia, including The Philippines, Vietnam, and parts of Australia.
- Grows well in low, wet areas and old fields.
- Shade-tolerant.
Ecological Role
- Ardisia elliptica (Shoebutton Ardisia), a related species, is considered an ecological threat and is invasive in tropical and sub-tropical regions.
- Birds disperse the seeds by eating the fruit of Ardisia elliptica, contributing to its spread.
- Forms dense stands in low areas and intermittent stream bottoms with clay soils.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Perennial shrub.
- Grows to an average height of 9.5 ft (2.9 m) and a width of 8 ft.
- Produces white-pink flowers.
- Produces red/black berries.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The flowers of Ardisia elliptica are star-shaped.
Further Information
- World Plants database.