Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
1046289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
tro

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 113: 531, designat. typi omissa. 1967 [1966 publ. Jun 1967]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045627



Common Names

  • Panicled Ruspolia
  • Panicled Plant
  • Panicled Flower


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Description

Ruspolia paniculata (also called Panicled Ruspolia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It is characterized by its bright green foliage and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Ruspolia paniculata is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruspolia paniculata has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruspolia paniculata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for germination. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them to their permanent location.

Where to Find Ruspolia paniculata

Ruspolia paniculata is native to tropical Africa.

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

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.