Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
streptophyllus
ID:
733283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yeo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 73: 17 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732616

Common Names

  • Streptophyllus Ruscus
  • Ruscus Streptophyllus
  • Ruscus Streptophyllum

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Synonyms

  • Platyruscus streptophyllus (Yeo) A.P.Khokhr. & V.N.Tikhom. [unknown]

Description

Ruscus streptophyllus (also called Streptophyllus Butcher's Broom, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. It is native to the Eastern Cape province of South Africa and is found in rocky grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ruscus streptophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruscus streptophyllus is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruscus streptophyllus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ruscus streptophyllus

Ruscus streptophyllus can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.

Ruscus streptophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruscus streptophyllus?

Ruscus streptophyllus

What is the common name of Ruscus streptophyllus?

Streptophyllus Ruscus

What is the natural habitat of Ruscus streptophyllus?

Ruscus streptophyllus is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-286739: Based on the initial data import
Peter Yeo (1929-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yeo' in the authors string.