Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
465251

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Marc.-Berti

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Pittieria 2: 11 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464583



Common Names

  • Ruizterania Ferruginea
  • Ferruginea Ruizterania
  • Ruizterania Ferruginea


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Synonyms

  • Qualea rubiginosa angustior Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Ruizterania rubiginosa (Stafleu) Marc.-Berti [unknown]
  • Ruizterania apodocarpa (Steyerm.) Marc.-Berti [unknown]
  • Ruizterania rubiginosa angustior (Steyerm.) Marc.-Berti [unknown]
  • Qualea apodocarpa Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Qualea ferruginea Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Qualea rubiginosa Stafleu [unknown]

Description

Ruizterania ferruginea (also called Ferrugineous Ruizterania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in moist forests, dry forests, and savannas. It has leathery, oblong leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ruizterania ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruizterania ferruginea is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruizterania ferruginea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Ruizterania ferruginea

Ruizterania ferruginea can be found in South America.

Ruizterania ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruizterania ferruginea?

Ruizterania ferruginea

What is the common name of Ruizterania ferruginea?

Ferruginea ruizterania

What is the natural habitat of Ruizterania ferruginea?

Ruizterania ferruginea is native to the Mediterranean region

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2528647: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Luis Marcano-Berti (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marc.-Berti' in the authors string.