Ruschia decumbens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Ann. Bolus Herb. 4: 126. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293928
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia decumbens (also called Decumbent Ruschia, among many other common names) is a small, succulent, perennial plant with a woody stem and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky, dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ruschia decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ruschia decumbens has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia decumbens is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 foot (30 cm) tall. It has small, gray-green leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. The flowers are white and have five petals. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some frost. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Ruschia decumbens
Ruschia decumbens can be found in Namibia and South Africa.
Ruschia decumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia decumbens?
Ruschia decumbens
What is the natural habitat of Ruschia decumbens?
It is native to South Africa.
What is the growth habit of Ruschia decumbens?
It is an evergreen succulent shrub with a sprawling habit.
Species in the Ruschia genus
Ruschia brevibracteata, Ruschia caroli, Ruschia barnardii, Ruschia dielsiana, Ruschia foliosa, Ruschia willdenowii, Ruschia vetovalida, Ruschia heteropetala, Ruschia lerouxiae, Ruschia klipbergensis, Ruschia sessilis, Ruschia scabra, Ruschia parvifolia, Ruschia ruschiana, Ruschia sabulicola, Ruschia recurva, Ruschia albida, Ruschia magnifica, Ruschia rupicola, Ruschia centrocapsula, Ruschia cradockensis, Ruschia divaricata, Ruschia intricata, Ruschia spinosa, Ruschia abbreviata, Ruschia acocksii, Ruschia acuminata, Ruschia acutangula, Ruschia aggregata, Ruschia alata, Ruschia altigena, Ruschia amicorum, Ruschia ampliata, Ruschia approximata, Ruschia aspera, Ruschia atrata, Ruschia axthelmiana, Ruschia beaufortensis, Ruschia bijliae, Ruschia bipapillata, Ruschia bolusiae, Ruschia brakdamensis, Ruschia breekpoortensis, Ruschia brevicyma, Ruschia brevifolia, Ruschia brevipes, Ruschia britteniae, Ruschia burtoniae, Ruschia calcarea, Ruschia calcicola,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293928: Based on the initial data import