Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
siraensis
ID:
508573

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 178 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507905



Common Names

  • Ruellia siraensis
  • Siraensis Ruellia
  • Ruellia Plant


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Description

Ruellia siraensis (also called Sira Ruellia, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to the Amazon region. It grows in woodlands, usually near the base of hills.

Uses & Benefits

Ruellia siraensis is a shrub that is native to tropical regions. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It has bright purple flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruellia siraensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruellia siraensis is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ruellia siraensis

Ruellia siraensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ruellia siraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruellia siraensis?

Ruellia siraensis

What are the common names of Ruellia siraensis?

Sira Ruellia, Sira Wild Petunia

What are the characteristics of Ruellia siraensis?

Ruellia siraensis is an evergreen shrub with large, oval leaves and white or pink flowers.

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,

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