Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
neovedia
ID:
401806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 310 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401138



Common Names

  • Ruellia neovedia
  • Neovedia Wild Petunia
  • Neovedia Ruellia


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Description

Ruellia neovedia (also called Mexican Petunia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central and South America. It has a woody stem, lance-shaped leaves and small, trumpet-shaped flowers that are usually purple or white. It is typically found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ruellia neovedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruellia neovedia has white flowers with yellow throats and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruellia neovedia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is frost tender and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Ruellia neovedia

Ruellia neovedia is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is widely available in nurseries and garden centers.

Ruellia neovedia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruellia neovedia?

Ruellia neovedia

What is the common name of Ruellia neovedia?

Ruellia neovedia

What is the natural habitat of Ruellia neovedia?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,