Description
Ruellia saccata (also called Saccate Ruellia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a small, herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ruellia saccata has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single petal. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ruellia saccata is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist but not wet. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Ruellia saccata
Ruellia saccata can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.