This compact upright shrub has slender branching stems with oval to lance-shaped glossy green leaves that have wavy margins. The pink star-shaped flowers form in clusters at the end of the branches during summer followed by red berries.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11 

Ardisia crispa is naturally found in the warm to sub-tropical regions of Asia growing in humus rich moist soils. It prefers a Semi-shaded to bright indirect light with wind, frost and drought protection.

Coral Ardisia is a slow growing shrub is used in tropical gardens or around water features and is a popular potted houseplant. It takes 5 years to establish from cuttings and requires a minimal winter temperature of 7.2ºC (45ºF). As an indoor plant it should be place in a bright humid position and keep moist. It tolerates cooler climates and is generally a hardy plant. ID 1171

Ardisia (ar-DIS-ee-a) crispa (KRIS-pa)

Myrsinaceae (MER-sin-AY-see-ee)