Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dielsiana
ID:
401908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Berger) H.Jacobsen ex H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 16: 84. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401240

Common Names

  • Ruschia dielsiana
  • Diels' Ruschia
  • Diels' Star-Violet

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum dielsianum A.Berger [unknown]
  • Ruschia dielsiana (A.Berger) H.Jacobsen [invalid]

Description

Ruschia dielsiana (also called Diels' Ruschia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white with yellow centers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ruschia dielsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Ruschia dielsiana has a white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruschia dielsiana is a perennial succulent that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is frost hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Ruschia dielsiana

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

Ruschia dielsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia dielsiana?

Ruschia dielsiana

What is the common name of Ruschia dielsiana?

Diels' Ruschia

What type of plant is Ruschia dielsiana?

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

References

Hermann Jacobsen (1898-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Jacobsen' in the authors string.
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000401240: Based on the initial data import