Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
464410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1756

Citation Micro:
Amoen. Acad. 3: 52 (1756)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463742



Common Names

  • Mountain Rue
  • Herb of Grace
  • Common Rue


Searching for Ruta montana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Ruta tenuifolia Vill. [unknown]
  • Ruta sylvestris Mill. [unknown]
  • Ruta legitima All. [unknown]
  • Ruta graveolens montana L. [unknown]

Description

Ruta montana (also called Mountain Rue, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the family Rutaceae. It has small yellow flowers, and its native regions are the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky places and on dry slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ruta montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruta montana is yellow in colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with a pale green colour.

Searching for Ruta montana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Ruta montana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Ruta montana

Ruta montana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Ruta montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruta montana?

Ruta montana

What is the family of Ruta montana?

Rutaceae

What is the natural habitat of Ruta montana?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References