Ruschia perfoliata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mill.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: 187. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294100
Common Names
- Ruschia Perfoliata
- Perfoliate Stoneplant
- Fairy Crassula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia perfoliata (also called 'Perfoliate 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 perfoliata 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 perfoliata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia perfoliata is an annual herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be planted in the spring or early summer. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Ruschia perfoliata
Ruschia perfoliata is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Ruschia perfoliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia perfoliata?
Ruschia perfoliata
What is the family of Ruschia perfoliata?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Ruschia perfoliata?
Perfoliate Ruschia
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
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001294100: Based on the initial data import