Description
Ruellia tessmannii (also called Wild Petunia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and can reach heights of up to 3 feet.
Uses & Benefits
Ruellia tessmannii is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces beautiful flowers. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ruellia tessmannii has small, white flowers with purple veins and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, lance-shaped leaves.
Where to Find Ruellia tessmannii
Ruellia tessmannii is native to Central and South America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.