Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
1294865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
in S. African Gard. 17: 239. 1927.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294203



Common Names

  • Ruschia Virgata
  • Virgata Ruschia
  • Virgata's Ruschia


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Description

Ruschia virgata (also called Virgate Ruschia, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It has a sprawling, bushy habit and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. The leaves are light green and covered in white spots. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Ruschia virgata is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a groundcover due to its low-growing nature. The plant is drought-tolerant and can withstand a wide range of temperatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruschia virgata is a small, white or pinkish star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Ruschia virgata: This plant is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot.

Where to Find Ruschia virgata

Ruschia virgata can be found in rocky areas and open woodlands in the western United States and Canada.

Ruschia virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruschia virgata?

Ruschia virgata

What is the family of Ruschia virgata?

Aizoaceae

What is the common name of Ruschia virgata?

Wand-like Ice Plant

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.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001294203: Based on the initial data import