Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intricata
ID:
1239352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) H.E.K.Hartmann & Stüber, D.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 15: 65. 1993.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238690

Common Names

  • Ruschia intricata
  • Intricate Ruschia
  • Intricata Ruschia

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Description

Ruschia intricata (also called Intricate Ruschia, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are generally linear and lanceolate in shape. It is found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ruschia intricata is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ruschia intricata are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruschia intricata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or by cuttings.

Where to Find Ruschia intricata

Ruschia intricata is found in South Africa.

Ruschia intricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia intricata?

Ruschia intricata

What is the family of Ruschia intricata?

Aizoaceae

What is the common name of Ruschia intricata?

Intricate Ruschia

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

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
Dagmar Stüber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stüber' in the authors string.