Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Ardisia pellucida is a captivating evergreen shrub known for its glossy leaves and delicate clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers, often followed by red berries.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. Can tolerate some shade.
Keep soil consistently moist
50% intensity
Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain shape, remove dead or leggy growth, and encourage bushier development. Use clean, sharp pruning shears.
Light pruning can be done at any time, but heavier pruning is best done in spring before new growth begins. Remove any spent flowers to encourage further blooming.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Rooting typically takes several weeks. You can also try sowing seeds, but this is a slower method.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins to minimize transplant shock.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Ardisia Pellucida (Ardisia pellucida)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Ardisia |
| Species | Ardisia pellucida |
Similar in genus Ardisia
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
