Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sivarajanii
ID:
1322666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sreedevi, Remadevi & Binojk.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 27(Suppl.): 1186 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335120



Common Names

  • Sivarajani's Ruellia
  • Sivarajani's Spring Ruellia
  • Sivarajani's Mountain Ruellia


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Description

Ruellia sivarajanii (also called Sivarajan's Ruellia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a cylindrical stem and glandular hairs. It is native to India and grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ruellia sivarajanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruellia sivarajanii has small, white flowers with five petals and long, curved stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruellia sivarajanii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Division is best done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots. Plant the divisions in a well-drained, sandy soil and keep them moist until they become established.

Where to Find Ruellia sivarajanii

Ruellia sivarajanii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Ruellia sivarajanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruellia sivarajanii?

Ruellia sivarajanii

What is the natural habitat of Ruellia sivarajanii?

Ruellia sivarajanii is native to India.

How should Ruellia sivarajanii be cared for?

Ruellia sivarajanii should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in a humid environment.

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

S. Remadevi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Remadevi' in the authors string.
M.S. Binojkumar (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binojk.' in the authors string.
B. Sreedevi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sreedevi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125659-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.