Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
impressa
ID:
1294658

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 159. 1929.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293996



Common Names

  • Ruschia Impressa
  • Impressed Ruschia
  • Impressed-leaved Ruschia


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Description

Ruschia impressa (also called 'Impressed Ruschia', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant with small, round, grey-green leaves that grows up to 8 cm tall. It is native to the Northern Cape and Western Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is commonly found in dry, rocky areas and in shallow soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ruschia impressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruschia impressa is yellow with purple veins. The seed is a small, black capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruschia impressa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings of about 5-10 cm in length and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Ruschia impressa

Ruschia impressa can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Ruschia impressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia impressa?

Ruschia impressa

What is the natural habitat of Ruschia impressa?

Ruschia impressa is found in rocky outcrops in South Africa.

What is the flowering season of Ruschia impressa?

Ruschia impressa typically flowers in the spring season.

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