Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sauricida
ID:
900283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 1: 106 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899618



Common Names

  • Ryania sauricida
  • Sauricida Ryania
  • Ryania


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Description

Ryania sauricida (also called Sauricida, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a spreading habit, with leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ryania sauricida is used as an ornamental plant and can be used as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ryania sauricida has small yellow flowers with a white lip and a long spur. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have two to three leaves that are lanceolate in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ryania sauricida is a perennial shrub that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Ryania sauricida

Ryania sauricida is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Kerala.

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