Ruschia rigidicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 4: 58. 1949.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294128
Common Names
- Ruschia rigidicaulis
- Rigid-stemmed Ruschia
- Rigid-stemmed Rock Fig
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia rigidicaulis (also called Rigid 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 rigidicaulis 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 rigidicaulis is a small, white to pink star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia rigidicaulis 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 rigidicaulis
Ruschia rigidicaulis is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Ruschia rigidicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia rigidicaulis?
Ruschia rigidicaulis
What is the family of Ruschia rigidicaulis?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Ruschia rigidicaulis?
Rigid-stemmed 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
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001294128: Based on the initial data import