Ruellia lactea
Also known as: Cryphiacanthus lacteus (Cav.) Nees +10 more
- Cryphiacanthus lacteus (Cav.) Nees
- Cryphiacanthus lacteus var. acaulis Nees
- Cryphiacanthus macrosiphon Nees
- Dipteracanthus lacteus (Cav.) C.Presl
- Ruellia abbreviata D.N.Gibson
- Ruellia hoffmannseggii Steud.
- Ruellia lactea var. acaulis (Nees) Hemsl.
- Ruellia lactea Willd. ex Nees
- Ruellia longituba D.N.Gibson
- Ruellia macrosiphon (Nees) Donn.Sm.
- Ruellia sessilis Balb. ex Nees
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Ruellia lactea is a plant belonging to the Acanthaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Ruellia genus, encompassing over 350 species globally.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest