Ruschia viridifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 147. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294204
Common Names
- Ruschia Viridifolia
- Viridifolia Ruschia
- Viridifolia's Ruschia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia viridifolia (also called Green-leaved Ruschia, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It has a sprawling, bushy habit and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. The leaves are light green and covered in white spots. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Ruschia viridifolia is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a groundcover due to its low-growing nature. The plant is drought-tolerant and can withstand a wide range of temperatures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ruschia viridifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Ruschia viridifolia: This plant is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot.
Where to Find Ruschia viridifolia
Ruschia viridifolia can be found in rocky areas and open woodlands in the western United States and Canada.
Ruschia viridifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia viridifolia?
Ruschia viridifolia
What is the family of Ruschia viridifolia?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Ruschia viridifolia?
Green-leaved Ice Plant
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 viridifolia L.Bolus: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.