Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ruellioides
ID:
227178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: 44 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226508

Common Names

  • Leptoscela ruellioides
  • Ruellioides Leptoscela
  • Ruellioides Leptoscelis

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Description

Leptoscela ruellioides (also called Ruellia-Like Leptoscela, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Mexico, where it grows in montane rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leptoscela ruellioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptoscela ruellioides is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptoscela ruellioides is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Leptoscela ruellioides

Leptoscela ruellioides can be found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

Leptoscela ruellioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptoscela ruellioides?

Leptoscela ruellioides

What is the family of Leptoscela ruellioides?

Arecaceae

Where is Leptoscela ruellioides found?

Brazil

Species in the Leptoscela genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References