Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler winter months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid issues.
Also known as Red Christmas Pride · Red-Spray Ruellia
Ruellia brevifolia, the Tropical Wild Petunia, is a vibrant flowering plant known for its cheerful, trumpet-shaped blossoms, making it a popular choice for adding color t
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best blooming.
Keep soil consistently moist
75% intensity
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm temperatures
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-26°C. Protect from frost.
Regular feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler winter months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid issues.
Prune regularly to maintain a bushy shape and encourage more blooms. Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous flowering. Trim back leggy stems to about one-third their length.
Pruning can be done anytime during the growing season.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist potting mix and keep warm and humid until roots form.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Tropical Wild Petunia (Ruellia brevifolia)
Where Tropical Wild Petunia (Ruellia brevifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Ruellia |
| Species | Ruellia brevifolia |
Similar in genus Ruellia
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