Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
ruscifolia
ID:
925200

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1037 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924535



Common Names

  • Rush-leaved Coriaria
  • Rush-leaved Tutu
  • Tutu


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Description

Coriaria ruscifolia (also called Ruscifolia coriaria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Coriaria ruscifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coriaria ruscifolia sub. microphylla (Poir.) L.E.Skog
Coriaria ruscifolia sub. ruscifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coriaria ruscifolia has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in groups of 2-3. The seeds are small, black and hard. The seedlings have thin, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coriaria ruscifolia is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Coriaria ruscifolia

Coriaria ruscifolia is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Coriaria genus

References