Rungia flaviflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flaviflora
ID:
1520766
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.L.Lin & Y.F.Deng
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 43(1): 290. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007477
Common Names
- Flaviflora Rungia
- Rungia flaviflora
- Flaviflora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rungia flaviflora (also called Yellow-Flowered Rungia, among many other common names) is a small, annual flowering plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It has a low-growing habit, with small, oval leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is commonly found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Rungia flaviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rungia flaviflora is small, yellow and has three petals. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are thin and long with a light green colour.
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Rungia flaviflora is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Rungia flaviflora
Rungia flaviflora is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Rungia flaviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rungia flaviflora?
Rungia flaviflora
What is the common name of Rungia flaviflora?
Yellow-flowered Rungia
What is the natural habitat of Rungia flaviflora?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
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
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.