Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pollardii
ID:
1294769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Friedrich

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 4: 136. 1961.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294107



Common Names

  • Ruschia Pollardii
  • Pollard's Stoneplant
  • Fairy Crassula


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Description

Ruschia pollardii (also called 'Pollard's 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 pollardii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruschia pollardii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruschia pollardii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ruschia pollardii

Ruschia pollardii is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Ruschia pollardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia pollardii?

Ruschia pollardii

What is the family of Ruschia pollardii?

Aizoaceae

What is the common name of Ruschia pollardii?

Pollard's 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