White Coralberry
Ardisia crenata 'Alba'
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The uncommon white-berried form of coral ardisia, Ardisia crenata 'Alba' is a small, neat evergreen shrub of glossy, scallop-edged dark green leaves, hung in fall and winter with clusters of round white berries in place of the usual coral red. The pale fruit and shining foliage give a long season of quiet interest, indoors in a bright room or out in a shaded, frost-free garden.
Native to eastern Asia, coral ardisia is freely seeded by birds, and in the warm, humid Southeast, from Florida to Texas, the species has spread well beyond gardens into natural woods. Site this ardisia where stray seedlings can be pulled, or grow the plant in a container, and gather fallen berries where self-sowing is a concern. In cooler zones the question is moot, since hard frost cuts the plant back.
In its native range, the root of coral ardisia has a place in traditional Chinese medicine. Grown here for the glossy evergreen leaves and the unusual white berries, this is a handsome small shrub for shade, a woodland bed, a shaded patio pot, or a winter-bright houseplant.
- Hardiness
- USDA Zones 8–10
- Sun
- Part Shade, Full Shade
- Soil
- Well-drained, Moist
- Mature size
- Height 18–24 Inches · Spread 12–15 Inches
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Seasonality
- Evergreen
White to pale pink flowers in summer, followed by white berries
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is shared for traditional and educational interest only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before any medicinal use.
- The berries and other parts are mildly toxic if eaten
- Traditional use only; not safe for self-treatment
From rooting to shipping, our top priority is ensuring you receive healthy, thriving plants for your garden’s success.
Because most of our plants are grown from rooted cuttings — alongside seed, air layering, and grafting chosen for each variety — you receive a stronger, true-to-type plant that establishes quickly in your garden.
Raised on organic soil blends and eco-friendly pest management — never harsh chemicals — your plant arrives healthy for your garden, your family, and the pollinators they feed.
Every purchase gives back. We donate to the Aiken Arboretum and support local wildlife conservation, so growing your garden helps protect the wider ecosystem too.
All our plant material is carefully propagated, grown, and nurtured at our humble nursery in Aiken, South Carolina.
Your plant arrives carefully packed and ready to settle in. Unpack them promptly, give them a day or two to acclimate, then plant following the notes we include — that’s all it takes. Clear care guidance comes with every order, so success is the easy part.
What to expect upon delivery
All our plants are sold in 1-gallon sizes, though the height of each plant can vary depending on its growth rate and seasonality, typically ranging from 1/2 to 2.5 feet.
Each plant is carefully packaged with its roots enclosed in a secure plastic bag containing moist soil, forming a compact root ball. To ensure safe transport, the box is padded with recycled newspaper, providing both stability and eco-friendly protection from weather during shipping.
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