How to Care for Ardisia crenata (Coral Berry)

Korean name: 천냥금

An evergreen foliage plant with dark green leaves edged in wavy teeth. Bright red berries appear in clusters during winter, enhancing its ornamental appeal. Suitable for potted cultivation and grows well indoors.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Primulaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: East Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Traits: foliage plant, red berries, potted plant, beginner friendly
• Also known as: Coral Berry, Christmas Berry, Spotted Ardisia

Care Guide

• Light: Place in a bright location with indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ardisia crenata?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ardisia crenata?

It likes Place in a bright location with indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Ardisia crenata safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Ardisia crenata good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..