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ZZ Ardisia odontophylla

Wall. ex A. DC.

Primulaceae Edible: Medicine

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Description

A small shrub. It grows 50 cm tall. The leaves are narrowly oval and 8-16 cm long by 4-7 cm wide. The flowers are in the axils of the leaves. They are violet or pink.

Medicinal Uses

Used medicinally.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Thailand,

Synonyms

Ardisia pavonia Buch.-Ham. ex A. DC.

Also Known As

Pasal, Sumpuh lumpok

References (1)

  • World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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