Lilaeopsis ruthiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruthiana
ID:
361871
Status:
valid
Authors:
Affolter
Source:
ksu
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 6: 113 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361203
Common Names
- Ruth's Lilaeopsis
- Ruths Lilaeopsis
- Ruth Lilaeopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lilaeopsis ruthiana (also called 'Ruth's Grasswort', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in wet places such as marshes, swamps, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lilaeopsis ruthiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lilaeopsis ruthiana has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lilaeopsis ruthiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).
Where to Find Lilaeopsis ruthiana
Lilaeopsis ruthiana can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Lilaeopsis ruthiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lilaeopsis ruthiana?
Lilaeopsis ruthiana
What is the common name of Lilaeopsis ruthiana?
Ruth's Watergrass
What is the natural habitat of Lilaeopsis ruthiana?
Wetlands and riparian areas
Species in the Lilaeopsis genus
Lilaeopsis ruthiana, Lilaeopsis novae-zelandiae, Lilaeopsis polyantha, Lilaeopsis fistulosa, Lilaeopsis carolinensis, Lilaeopsis mauritiana, Lilaeopsis chinensis, Lilaeopsis attenuata, Lilaeopsis occidentalis, Lilaeopsis schaffneriana, Lilaeopsis macloviana, Lilaeopsis brasiliensis, Lilaeopsis minor, Lilaeopsis tenuis,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,
References
James M. Affolter (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Affolter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:906530-1: Based on the initial data import