Ruellia tuberosa (Cracker plant, Waterkanon, Watrakanu, Minnie Root, Iron root)
Botanical Information
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Ruellia |
| Species | tuberosa |
| Category | Tropicals |
Details
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| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 50 cm |
Description and Growing Information
| Leaf Description | Leaves mostly basal, finely pubescent. Petioles alate, 1.5 cm long; blades ovate to oblong, 4-6 x 1.5-2.5 cm, base cuneate, apex obtuse, margin undulate, pubescent. |
| Flower Description | Large, lavender, campanulate flowers solitary in the axils. |
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