Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
valerioi
ID:
1235471

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 18: 700 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234809



Common Names

  • Valerio's Ruyschia
  • Valerio's Plant
  • Valerio's Flower


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Description

Ruyschia valerioi (also called Valerio's Ruyschia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ruyschia valerioi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruyschia valerioi has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruyschia valerioi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Cut back in late fall to encourage new growth in the spring.

Where to Find Ruyschia valerioi

Ruyschia valerioi can be found in the Chaco region of Argentina.

Ruyschia valerioi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruyschia valerioi?

Ruyschia valerioi

What is the common name of Ruyschia valerioi?

Valerio's Ruyschia

What is the natural habitat of Ruyschia valerioi?

It is native to the high Andes of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Marcgraviaceae family

Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,

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