Ruschia foliosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 3: 20. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401249
Common Names
- Ruschia foliosa
- Leafy Ruschia
- Leafy Star-Violet
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- Mesembryanthemum foliosum Haw. [unknown]
Description
Ruschia foliosa (also called Leafy 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 foliosa 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 foliosa has a white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia foliosa is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant succulent that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting of about 4-5 inches in length and remove the lower leaves. Allow the cutting to dry out for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water sparingly and keep in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ruschia foliosa
Ruschia foliosa is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas.
Ruschia foliosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia foliosa?
Ruschia foliosa
What is the common name of Ruschia foliosa?
Leafy Ruschia
What type of plant is Ruschia foliosa?
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
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
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