Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
1226133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sessé & Moc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Hisp. 100 (Naturaleza (Mexico City), Ser. 2, 1: App.); ed. 2, 93. 1889

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225471



Common Names

  • Lovely Ruellia
  • Ruellia amoena
  • Ruellia


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Description

Ruellia amoena (also called Amoena Ruellia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thin stem with small, ovate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as meadows and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ruellia amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruellia amoena is white, with five petals, and the seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruellia amoena is a shrub native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ruellia amoena

Ruellia amoena is native to South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Ruellia amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruellia amoena?

Ruellia amoena

What is the common name of Ruellia amoena?

Ruellia

What is the natural habitat of Ruellia amoena?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ruellia genus

Ruellia rufipila, Ruellia saeri, Ruellia rusbyi, Ruellia rubiginosa, Ruellia sceptrum-marianum, Ruellia schnellii, Ruellia salmeronensis, Ruellia sarukhaniana, Ruellia saulensis, Ruellia pulverulenta, Ruellia pumila, Ruellia primuloides, Ruellia pringlei, Ruellia prostrata, Ruellia pulcherrima, Ruellia pseudopatula, Ruellia pterocaulon, Ruellia puberula, Ruellia reitzii, Ruellia steyermarkii, Ruellia sprucei, Ruellia squarrosa, Ruellia tetrastichantha, Ruellia subsessilis, Ruellia terminalis, Ruellia suffruticosa, Ruellia siamensis, Ruellia silvaecola, Ruellia sororia, Ruellia simplex, Ruellia shaferiana, Ruellia praetermissa, Ruellia luzoniensis, Ruellia magniflora, Ruellia malabarica, Ruellia primulacea, Ruellia malaca, Ruellia macarenensis, Ruellia macrophylla, Ruellia ischnopoda, Ruellia kerrii, Ruellia intermedia, Ruellia jussieuoides, Ruellia lithophila, Ruellia jaliscana, Ruellia inundata, Ruellia insignis, Ruellia kleinii, Ruellia lepidota, Ruellia liesneri,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.