Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
viridiflora
ID:
405041

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ernst) Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 6: 47 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404373



Common Names

  • Ruyschia viridiflora
  • Green-flowered Ruyschia
  • Green-flowered Rush


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Synonyms

  • Vargasia viridiflora Ernst [unknown]
  • Caracasia viridiflora Szyszył. [unknown]

Description

Ruyschia viridiflora (also called Green-flowered Ruyschia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a spreading growth habit, with small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils, such as rainforests and mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ruyschia viridiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Ruyschia viridiflora is small, white, and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruyschia viridiflora is an evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Ruyschia viridiflora

Ruyschia viridiflora is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Ruyschia viridiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruyschia viridiflora?

Ruyschia viridiflora

What type of plant is Ruyschia viridiflora?

A flowering plant

Where is Ruyschia viridiflora native to?

South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2425393: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Ernst (1832-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ernst' in the authors string.
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.