Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
ruizii
ID:
458089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loscos ex Casav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Anales Soc. Esp. Hist. Nat. 9: 301 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457421



Common Names

  • Thymelaea ruizii
  • Thymelaea ruizii
  • Thymelaea ruizii


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Synonyms

  • Thymelaea pilosa (Lange) C.Vicioso [unknown]
  • Thymelaea calycina pilosa Lange [unknown]
  • Stellera ruizii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thymelaea calycina ruizii (Ruiz Casaviella) M.Laínz [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea ruizii (also called 'Ruiz's Thymelaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and South Africa, and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea ruizii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thymelaea ruizii is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea ruizii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Thymelaea ruizii

Thymelaea ruizii is native to Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Thymelaea ruizii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thymelaea ruizii?

Thymelaea ruizii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What is the average height of Thymelaea ruizii?

Thymelaea ruizii typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.

What is the average life span of Thymelaea ruizii?

Thymelaea ruizii typically lives for up to 10 years.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2518139: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Loscos Bernal (1823-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loscos' in the authors string.
Juan Ruiz Casaviella (1835-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casav.' in the authors string.