Chinese jet berry - Ardisia humilis

Description and Uses

Ardisia humilis (Chinese jet berry) is a tropical shrub from South China. It is mainly grown for its ornamental crops (medium shelflife), but also

can be produced. The crop is harvested by hand picking. It starts flowering after 2 - 4 years.

. Medical uses include;

The contains ( - ). After 12 years the shrub can be totally removed as it reached its commercial and ecological goal. Ardisia humilis has a lifespan of 28 years.

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Environmental limitations

Ardisia humilis thrives in an altitude of 0 to 1500 meters above sea-level (tropical). The minimum temperature is 6°C and optimally between 17 - 26°C. The optimal rainfall is 2900 mm/year. Without irrigation the annual rainfall should be between 900 - 4000 mm (L/m²).

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Pests and Diseases

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diseases.

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Seed Propagation

Unfortunately propagation instruction is missing.

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