Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hyrcanus
ID:
733468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Woronow

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Vestn. Tiflissk. Bot. Sada 7: 33 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732801



Common Names

  • Hyrcanian Butcher's Broom
  • Ruscus hyrcanus
  • Butcher's Broom


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Description

Ruscus hyrcanus (also called Common Ruscus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit, native to the Caucasus. It grows in open forests and woodlands, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ruscus hyrcanus is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, reducing inflammation, and improving digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruscus hyrcanus is a white-pink, star-shaped head, with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruscus hyrcanus is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly during dry periods. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Ruscus hyrcanus

Ruscus hyrcanus is found in the temperate forests of Asia.

Ruscus hyrcanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruscus hyrcanus?

Ruscus hyrcanus

What is the common name of Ruscus hyrcanus?

Hyrcanian butcher's broom

What is the natural habitat of Ruscus hyrcanus?

Woodlands, thickets, and rocky slopes

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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