Ruellia || Ruellia spp. || روئلیا || Outdoor Flowering Plant UAE & KSA

Ruellia, also known as Wild Petunia or Mexican Petunia, is a flowering shrub belonging to the Acanthaceae family, renowned for its vibrant, tubular flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white. These hardy plants are perfect for adding color and texture to UAE and KSA gardens, thriving in full sun to partial shade.
Ruellia plants have lance-shaped or ovate green leaves, often with a slightly reddish tinge, and they grow in either compact clumps or as taller, upright shrubs depending on the species.


Why Choose Ruellia (Ruellia spp.)?

✅ Vibrant, Long-Lasting Blooms – The striking flowers in purple, pink, and white hues add beauty to your garden throughout the year.
✅ Perfect for UAE & KSA – Adapts well to hot, dry climates and thrives in both full sun and partial shade.
✅ Low Maintenance – Requires minimal care, perfect for gardeners of all experience levels.
✅ Versatile – Ideal for garden borders, containers, or ground cover.
✅ Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies, enhancing the ecological diversity of your garden.
✅ Drought Tolerant – Once established, Ruellia can handle dry conditions, making it ideal for water-conscious gardeners.

Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Ruellia spp.

• Urdu Name: روئلیا

• Common Names: Mexican Petunia, Wild Petunia

• Family: Acanthaceae

• Origin: Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

• Height: 30 – 120 cm (depending on species and growth habit)

• Spread: 30 – 60 cm

• Flower Colors: Purple, pink, white, and blue

• Foliage: Lance-shaped, green leaves with a reddish tinge

• Bloom Season: Year-round, especially in warm conditions

• Sun Tolerance: Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours of sunlight daily)

• Water Requirement: Moderate; keep soil moist but well-drained

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, loamy soil

• Temperature Range: 20°C – 35°C (ideal for UAE & KSA climates)

• Fragrance: Mild, pleasant floral scent

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Pest Resistance: High; occasionally affected by aphids or whiteflies

• Toxicity: Non-toxic; safe for pets and children

• Maintenance Level: Low

What You’ll Receive:

• A healthy Ruellia (Ruellia spp.) plant in a pot, ready for planting in your garden or container.

• Detailed care instructions from Plantroops UAE to help your plant thrive under local conditions.

• Eco-friendly packaging and reliable delivery across UAE & KSA.

Add a splash of color and elegance to your garden with Ruellia, a vibrant and low-maintenance flowering shrub. Perfect for borders, containers, and adding a touch of brightness to your outdoor spaces. Available now at Plantroops UAE.