Ruschia turgida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) Klak
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
in Phytotaxa 433(1): 42. 2020.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001436154
Common Names
- Ruschia Turgida
- Turgida Ice Plant
- Turgida Ruschia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ruschia turgida (also called Turgid Ruschia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree species native to South Africa. It grows up to 4 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is commonly found in dry areas, such as woodlands, and is often found in areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ruschia turgida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It can also be used for erosion control and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ruschia turgida are white to pink in color, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ruschia turgida is a succulent plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ruschia turgida
Ruschia turgida can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa.
Ruschia turgida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruschia turgida?
Ruschia turgida
What is the common name of Ruschia turgida?
Ruschia
What is the family of Ruschia turgida?
Aizoaceae
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.
Cornelia Klak (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klak' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001436154: Based on the initial data import