Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barnardii
ID:
401871

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 19. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401203

Common Names

  • Ruschia barnardii
  • Barnard's Ruschia
  • Barnard's Star-Violet

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum pseudorupicola Dinter [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum barnardii (L.Bolus) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Ruschia kakamasensis L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Ruschia barnardii (also called Barnard's Ruschia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant with rosettes of spiny, green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ruschia barnardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruschia barnardii is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruschia barnardii is a tropical perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Ruschia barnardii

Ruschia barnardii is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas.

Ruschia barnardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia barnardii?

Ruschia barnardii

What is the common name of Ruschia barnardii?

Barnard's Ruschia

What type of plant is Ruschia barnardii?

Succulent

Species in the Ruschia genus

Ruschia brevibracteata, Ruschia caroli, Ruschia barnardii, Ruschia dielsiana, Ruschia foliosa, Ruschia willdenowii, Ruschia vetovalida, Ruschia heteropetala, Ruschia lerouxiae, Ruschia klipbergensis, Ruschia sessilis, Ruschia scabra, Ruschia parvifolia, Ruschia ruschiana, Ruschia sabulicola, Ruschia recurva, Ruschia albida, Ruschia magnifica, Ruschia rupicola, Ruschia centrocapsula, Ruschia cradockensis, Ruschia divaricata, Ruschia intricata, Ruschia spinosa, Ruschia abbreviata, Ruschia acocksii, Ruschia acuminata, Ruschia acutangula, Ruschia aggregata, Ruschia alata, Ruschia altigena, Ruschia amicorum, Ruschia ampliata, Ruschia approximata, Ruschia aspera, Ruschia atrata, Ruschia axthelmiana, Ruschia beaufortensis, Ruschia bijliae, Ruschia bipapillata, Ruschia bolusiae, Ruschia brakdamensis, Ruschia breekpoortensis, Ruschia brevicyma, Ruschia brevifolia, Ruschia brevipes, Ruschia britteniae, Ruschia burtoniae, Ruschia calcarea, Ruschia calcicola,

Species in the Aizoaceae family