Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
rusbyi
ID:
1410788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Govaerts

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Skvortsovia 4(3): 92. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423253



Common Names

  • Heliotropium rusbyi
  • Rusby's Heliotrope
  • Rusby's Heliotropium


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Description

Heliotropium rusbyi (also called Rusby's heliotrope, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a rounded shape and can grow up to 6 feet tall, with small, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of white to purple flowers. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Heliotropium rusbyi is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and parks. It has a unique shape and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliotropium rusbyi has small, white flowers that are clustered together in small, dense spikes. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliotropium rusbyi is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Heliotropium rusbyi

Heliotropium rusbyi can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Heliotropium rusbyi FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Heliotropium rusbyi?

Heliotropium rusbyi prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0

What is the optimal temperature for Heliotropium rusbyi?

Heliotropium rusbyi prefers temperatures between 65-75°F

What is the optimal light requirement for Heliotropium rusbyi?

Heliotropium rusbyi prefers full sun to partial shade

Species in the Heliotropium genus

Heliotropium ziegleri, Heliotropium abbreviatum, Heliotropium acutiflorum, Heliotropium aegyptiacum, Heliotropium aenigmatum, Heliotropium aequoreum, Heliotropium agdense, Heliotropium albovillosum, Heliotropium albrechtii, Heliotropium alcyonium, Heliotropium ammophilum, Heliotropium amnis-edith, Heliotropium amplexicaule, Heliotropium anchusanthum, Heliotropium angiospermum, Heliotropium anomalum, Heliotropium antiatlanticum, Heliotropium apertum, Heliotropium arbainense, Heliotropium arborescens, Heliotropium arenicola, Heliotropium arenitense, Heliotropium arguzioides, Heliotropium argyreum, Heliotropium azzanum, Heliotropium bacciferum, Heliotropium balfourii, Heliotropium benadirense, Heliotropium biannulatiforme, Heliotropium biblianum, Heliotropium bogdanii, Heliotropium borasdjunense, Heliotropium bovei, Heliotropium brachygyne, Heliotropium brachythrix, Heliotropium bracteatum, Heliotropium brevilimbe, Heliotropium bucharicum, Heliotropium bullockii, Heliotropium buruense, Heliotropium calvariavis, Heliotropium chalcedonium, Heliotropium chaudharyanum, Heliotropium chenopodiaceum, Heliotropium chorassanicum, Heliotropium chrysocarpum, Heliotropium circinatum, Heliotropium collinum, Heliotropium confertiflorum, Heliotropium congestum,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.