Ardisia japonica var. japonica
Marlberry
Also known as: Ardisia japonica f. leucocarpa (Nakai) Sugim. ex T.Yamaz. +4 more
- Ardisia japonica f. leucocarpa (Nakai) Sugim. ex T.Yamaz.
- Ardisia japonica var. angusta (Nakai) Makino & Nemoto
- Bladhia japonica f. leucocarpa Nakai
- Bladhia japonica var. angusta Nakai
- Tinus japonica (Thunb.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Primulaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Ardisia japonica var. japonica (commonly known as Marlberry) is a shrub belonging to the Primulaceae family. Originating in Temperate Asia, this variety is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Ardisia japonica, which is linked below, along with other varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, Japan, Korea, Taiwan
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Assam, Bangladesh, Louisiana, Texas
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