Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ambiguum
ID:
235723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XV: 127 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235054



Common Names

  • Antidesma
  • Bead Tree
  • Mountain Ebony


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Description

Antidesma ambiguum (also called Wild Currant, Wild Plum, and Wild Grape, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It has shiny, dark green leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma ambiguum is an ornamental plant often used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Antidesma ambiguum are small, star-shaped, white or yellow in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma ambiguum can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Antidesma ambiguum

Antidesma ambiguum is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Antidesma ambiguum FAQ

What is the best soil for Antidesma ambiguum?

Antidesma ambiguum prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.

What is the best temperature for Antidesma ambiguum?

Antidesma ambiguum prefers temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best light for Antidesma ambiguum?

Antidesma ambiguum prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-11938: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.