Rutidea orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bridson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 253 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299054
Common Names
- Oriental Rutidea
- Rutidea Orientalis
- Orientalis Rutidea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rutidea orientalis (also called 'Oriental ruellia', among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Rutidea orientalis has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rutidea orientalis has small white flowers with yellow centers, and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rutidea orientalis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is frost hardy. It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Rutidea orientalis
Rutidea orientalis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.
Rutidea orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rutidea orientalis?
Rutidea orientalis
What is the common name of Rutidea orientalis?
Oriental Rutidea
What is the natural habitat of Rutidea orientalis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Rutidea genus
Rutidea decorticata, Rutidea dupuisii, Rutidea ferruginea, Rutidea fuscescens, Rutidea gabonensis, Rutidea glabra, Rutidea gracilis, Rutidea hirsuta, Rutidea hispida, Rutidea insculpta, Rutidea lujae, Rutidea membranacea, Rutidea nigerica, Rutidea olenotricha, Rutidea orientalis, Rutidea parviflora, Rutidea rufipilis, Rutidea seretii, Rutidea smithii, Rutidea tenuicaulis, Rutidea vanderystii,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180814: Based on the initial data import
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.