Ardisia willisii
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Primulaceae Edible: Fruit
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Summary
Source: WikipediaArdisia willisii is a species of plant in the family Primulaceae. It is endemic to Sri Lanka.
Description
A shrub. It grows 4 m tall. The small branches are stout. The leaves are large and oval. They taper towards the base. The flowers are bright pink on stout stalks. They are in short panicles at the ends of branches.
Edible Uses
Fruit- edible; whole plant- medicinal; ornamental.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in coastal areas.
Where It Grows
Asia, Sri Lanka,
Also Known As
Balu dan
References (1)
- Ashton, M. S., et al 1997, A Field Guide to the Common Trees and Shrubs of Sri Lanka. WHT Publications Ltd. pdf p 288
