Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
longifilamentosa
ID:
407068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
ksu

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 16: 72 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406400

Common Names

  • Longifilamentosa Ruellia
  • Longifilamentosa Ruellia
  • Longifilamentosa Ruellia

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Description

Ruellia longifilamentosa (also called 'Long-filament Ruellia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It has thin, green stems and small, purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in lowland rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Ruellia longifilamentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruellia longifilamentosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruellia longifilamentosa is a tropical species that can be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Ruellia longifilamentosa

Ruellia longifilamentosa is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats.

Ruellia longifilamentosa FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Ruellia longifilamentosa?

Ruellia longifilamentosa prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Ruellia longifilamentosa prefer?

Ruellia longifilamentosa prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

What type of light does Ruellia longifilamentosa need?

Ruellia longifilamentosa prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Ruellia genus

Ruellia rufipila, Ruellia saeri, Ruellia rusbyi, Ruellia rubiginosa, Ruellia sceptrum-marianum, Ruellia schnellii, Ruellia salmeronensis, Ruellia sarukhaniana, Ruellia saulensis, Ruellia pulverulenta, Ruellia pumila, Ruellia primuloides, Ruellia pringlei, Ruellia prostrata, Ruellia pulcherrima, Ruellia pseudopatula, Ruellia pterocaulon, Ruellia puberula, Ruellia reitzii, Ruellia steyermarkii, Ruellia sprucei, Ruellia squarrosa, Ruellia tetrastichantha, Ruellia subsessilis, Ruellia terminalis, Ruellia suffruticosa, Ruellia siamensis, Ruellia silvaecola, Ruellia sororia, Ruellia simplex, Ruellia shaferiana, Ruellia praetermissa, Ruellia luzoniensis, Ruellia magniflora, Ruellia malabarica, Ruellia primulacea, Ruellia malaca, Ruellia macarenensis, Ruellia macrophylla, Ruellia ischnopoda, Ruellia kerrii, Ruellia intermedia, Ruellia jussieuoides, Ruellia lithophila, Ruellia jaliscana, Ruellia inundata, Ruellia insignis, Ruellia kleinii, Ruellia lepidota, Ruellia liesneri,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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