Trichostema ruygtii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruygtii
ID:
811164
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.H.Lewis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Madroño 53: 282 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810498
Common Names
- Trichostema ruygtii
- Ruygt's Trichostema
- Ruygt's Bluecurls
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichostema ruygtii (also called Ruygt's Trichostema, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has long, thin leaves and small blue flowers. It grows in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trichostema ruygtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichostema ruygtii is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Trichostema ruygtii requires a warm, humid climate with temperatures ranging from 18-30°C. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in a well-draining soil mix and water regularly.
Where to Find Trichostema ruygtii
Trichostema ruygtii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Trichostema ruygtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichostema ruygtii?
Trichostema ruygtii
What is the common name of Trichostema ruygtii?
Ruygt's Bluecurls
What is the habitat of Trichostema ruygtii?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
Species in the Trichostema genus
Trichostema arizonicum, Trichostema austromontanum, Trichostema brachiatum, Trichostema dichotomum, Trichostema lanatum, Trichostema lanceolatum, Trichostema laxum, Trichostema mexicanum, Trichostema micranthum, Trichostema oblongum, Trichostema ovatum, Trichostema parishii, Trichostema purpusii, Trichostema rubisepalum, Trichostema setaceum, Trichostema simulatum, Trichostema suffrutescens, Trichostema ruygtii,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348753: Based on the initial data import
Harlan Lewis (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Lewis' in the authors string.