Ruschia phylicoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 75. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294102
Common Names
- Ruschia Phylicoides
- Phylicoides Stoneplant
- Fairy Crassula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia phylicoides (also called 'Phylica-like Roussea', among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with small, rounded leaves that are usually grey-green in color. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, often in full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Ruschia phylicoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ruschia phylicoides is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia phylicoides is an annual herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be planted in the spring or early summer. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Ruschia phylicoides
Ruschia phylicoides is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Ruschia phylicoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia phylicoides?
Ruschia phylicoides
What is the family of Ruschia phylicoides?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Ruschia phylicoides?
Phylicoides Ruschia
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-0001294102: Based on the initial data import