Rutidea smithii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 189 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299061
Common Names
- Rutidea smithii
- Smithii Rutidea
- Smithii's Rutidea
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- Rutidea smithii welwitschii Scott-Elliot [unknown]
Description
Rutidea smithii (also called 'Smith's 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 smithii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rutidea smithii sub. smithiiRutidea smithii sub. submontana (K.Krause) Bridson
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rutidea smithii 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 smithii 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 smithii
Rutidea smithii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.
Rutidea smithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rutidea smithii?
Rutidea smithii
What is the common name of Rutidea smithii?
Smith's Rutidea
What is the natural habitat of Rutidea smithii?
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-180820: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.