Ruschia orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Table of Contents
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Fl. Pl. South Africa 7: t. 277. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294083
Common Names
- Ruschia Orientalis
- Oriental Stoneplant
- Fairy Crassula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia orientalis (also called 'Oriental Roussea', among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with small, rounded leaves that are usually grey-green in color. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, often in full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Ruschia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and is used to treat stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ruschia orientalis is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round leaves.
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Ruschia orientalis is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Ruschia orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia orientalis?
Ruschia orientalis
What is the natural habitat of Ruschia orientalis?
Rocky slopes and outcrops in the Western Cape, South Africa
What is the flower color of Ruschia orientalis?
White or pink
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.
Caryophyllales.org record for Ruschia orientalis L.Bolus: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.