Ruschia congesta - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Salm-Dyck) L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in S. African Gard. 17: 239. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001436122
Common Names
- Ruschia Congesta
- Congesta Ice Plant
- Congesta Ruschia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia congesta (also called Congested Ruschia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree species native to South Africa. It grows up to 4 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is commonly found in dry areas, such as woodlands, and is often found in areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ruschia congesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It can also be used for erosion control and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ruschia congesta are white to pink in color, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia congesta is a low-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Ruschia congesta
Ruschia congesta can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa.
Ruschia congesta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia congesta?
Ruschia congesta
What is the common name of Ruschia congesta?
Ruschia
What is the family of Ruschia congesta?
Aizoaceae
Species in the Ruschia genus
Ruschia brevibracteata, Ruschia caroli, Ruschia barnardii, Ruschia dielsiana, Ruschia foliosa, Ruschia willdenowii, Ruschia vetovalida, Ruschia heteropetala, Ruschia lerouxiae, Ruschia klipbergensis, Ruschia sessilis, Ruschia scabra, Ruschia parvifolia, Ruschia ruschiana, Ruschia sabulicola, Ruschia recurva, Ruschia albida, Ruschia magnifica, Ruschia rupicola, Ruschia centrocapsula, Ruschia cradockensis, Ruschia divaricata, Ruschia intricata, Ruschia spinosa, Ruschia abbreviata, Ruschia acocksii, Ruschia acuminata, Ruschia acutangula, Ruschia aggregata, Ruschia alata, Ruschia altigena, Ruschia amicorum, Ruschia ampliata, Ruschia approximata, Ruschia aspera, Ruschia atrata, Ruschia axthelmiana, Ruschia beaufortensis, Ruschia bijliae, Ruschia bipapillata, Ruschia bolusiae, Ruschia brakdamensis, Ruschia breekpoortensis, Ruschia brevicyma, Ruschia brevifolia, Ruschia brevipes, Ruschia britteniae, Ruschia burtoniae, Ruschia calcarea, Ruschia calcicola,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001436122: Based on the initial data import