Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
brandisii
ID:
401948

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
ksu

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 549 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401280



Common Names

  • Rungia brandisii
  • Brandis' Rungia
  • Brandis' Star-Violet


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Description

Rungia brandisii (also called Brandis' Rungia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a single stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white with yellow centers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rungia brandisii is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Rungia brandisii has a pink flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rungia brandisii is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Rungia brandisii

Rungia brandisii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is widely available in nurseries and garden centers.

Rungia brandisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rungia brandisii?

Rungia brandisii

What is the common name of Rungia brandisii?

Brandis' rungia

What is the natural habitat of Rungia brandisii?

Rungia brandisii is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Rungia genus

Rungia camerunensis, Rungia blumeana, Rungia brandisii, Rungia burmanica, Rungia caespitosa, Rungia chamaedryoides, Rungia clauda, Rungia congoensis, Rungia beddomei, Rungia adnata, Rungia apiculata, Rungia crenata, Rungia tonkinensis, Rungia silvatica, Rungia smeruensis, Rungia subtilifolia, Rungia sumatrana, Rungia tenuissima, Rungia tristichantha, Rungia vegeta, Rungia wightiana, Rungia khasiana, Rungia klossii, Rungia laeta, Rungia latior, Rungia selangorensis, Rungia lepida, Rungia linifolia, Rungia longifolia, Rungia diversibracteata, Rungia diversiformis, Rungia eberhardtii, Rungia elegans, Rungia eriostachya, Rungia incompta, Rungia grandis, Rungia guineensis, Rungia heterophylla, Rungia himalayensis, Rungia membranacea, Rungia maculata, Rungia podostachya, Rungia punduana, Rungia repens, Rungia pierrei, Rungia rivicola, Rungia rungiodes, Rungia salaccensis, Rungia saranganensis, Rungia purpurascens,

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:54752-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.