Ardisia (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical evergreen subshrubs (some climbers) to trees of Asia and Australasia to Americas.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Ardisia is a genus of tropical evergreen subshrubs to trees that are native to Asia and Australasia, but have been naturalized in the Americas.
- The ardisia plant is often used as an ornamental in gardens due to its attractive white or pink flowers and red or purple berries.
- In some parts of Asia, the leaves and fruits of ardisia are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
- Ardisia is a popular choice for hedges and screens in tropical landscapes due to its dense foliage and ability to thrive in shady conditions.
- The berries of the ardisia plant are an important food source for many birds and small mammals in the tropical forests of Asia and Australasia.