Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sarukhaniana
ID:
401523

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ramamoorthy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 1664 (1988 publ. 1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400855

Common Names

  • Sarukhaniana Ruellia
  • Sarukhaniana Wild Petunia
  • Sarukhaniana Wild Petunia

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Description

Ruellia sarukhaniana (also called Sarukhan'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 sarukhaniana is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright pink flowers and its ability to attract hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruellia sarukhaniana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruellia sarukhaniana 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 sarukhaniana

Ruellia sarukhaniana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Ruellia sarukhaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruellia sarukhaniana?

Ruellia sarukhaniana

What is the common name of Ruellia sarukhaniana?

Sarukhan's wild petunia

Where is Ruellia sarukhaniana 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,

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