Status:
valid
Authors:
Llamozas
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 24: 80 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400853
Common Names
- Salmeronensis Ruellia
- Salmeronensis Wild Petunia
- Salmeronensis Wild Petunia
Description
Ruellia salmeronensis (also called Salmeron's Wild Petunia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, in a variety of habitats, from dry scrub to wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ruellia salmeronensis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ruellia salmeronensis has white or pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ruellia salmeronensis is a perennial plant native to Mexico. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Ruellia salmeronensis
Ruellia salmeronensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Ruellia salmeronensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruellia salmeronensis?
Ruellia salmeronensis
What is the common name of Ruellia salmeronensis?
Salmeron's wild petunia
Where is Ruellia salmeronensis native to?
Mexico
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,
References
Silvia Llamozas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Llamozas' in the authors string.