Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
299737

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 54: 355 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299069

Common Names

  • Rutidea tenuicaulis
  • Tenuicaulis Rutidea
  • Tenuicaulis' Rutidea

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Description

Rutidea tenuicaulis (also called 'Slender-stemmed 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 tenuicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rutidea tenuicaulis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rutidea tenuicaulis 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 tenuicaulis

Rutidea tenuicaulis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rutidea tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rutidea tenuicaulis?

Rutidea tenuicaulis

What is the common name of Rutidea tenuicaulis?

Slender-stemmed Rutidea

What is the natural habitat of Rutidea tenuicaulis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-180829: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.