Ardisia crispa - Coral Berry

The Plant: This plant looks like a small pretty tree. It has glossy, deep-green leaves, and produces small white or pale pink flowers which then give rise to clusters of coral-red berries. Originates from Asia.

Its needs: Good light including morning sun, good air circulation. Rich, well-draining potting compost. Avoid cold.
Ardisia crenata - similar to A. crispa - seen here growing outside in warmer areas
Ardisia crenata

Care: Water well weekly through growing season. Apply fertilizer once a month during spring and summer. Reduce food and water over winter to prevent new growth which would be susceptible to lower temperatures. Avoid cold. If plant becomes overgrown or straggly cut back main stem in early spring.

Good for: This plant can be grown outside in extremely sheltered, frost-free areas, but is better grown indoors or in a conservatory. A sweet little pot-tree.