Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
willdenowii
ID:
403454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
in Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 43: 230. 1938.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402786

Common Names

  • Ruschia willdenowii
  • Willdenow's Ruschia
  • Willdenow's Ruschia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum aduncum Willd. [illegitimate]

Description

Ruschia willdenowii (also called Willdenow's Ruschia, Willdenow's Ruschia-grass, and Willdenow's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with a cylindrical stem and long, thin leaves. It is native to Europe, and is commonly found in wetlands, marshes, and shallow water bodies.

Uses & Benefits

Ruschia willdenowii is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Ruschia willdenowii has small white flowers with 3 petals. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruschia willdenowii is a perennial succulent that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Stem cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ruschia willdenowii

Ruschia willdenowii is native to temperate regions of Europe and North America.

Ruschia willdenowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia willdenowii?

Ruschia willdenowii

Where is Ruschia willdenowii found?

It is found in South Africa

What is the growth habit of Ruschia willdenowii?

It is an evergreen succulent shrub

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