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A synopsis of Ruellia L. (Acanthaceae) in Australia
A.R. Bean
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A.R. Bean
Queensland Herbarium and Biodiversity Science, Department of Environment and Science, Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong 4066, Queensland
Abstract
13 species of Ruellia L. (including some formerly included under Dipteracanthus Nees, Stephanophysum Pohl or Blechum P.Browne) are indigenous or naturalised in Australia. These are briefly treated with notes on distribution and habitat. Three new combinations are made, viz. Ruellia australasica (F.Muell.) A.R.Bean, Ruellia chichesterensis (Trudgen & de Kock) A.R.Bean and Ruellia dalyensis (R.M.Barker) A.R.Bean, and a new name Ruellia sicca A.R.Bean nom. nov. An identification key to all species is provided.
Cite this paper as: Bean AR (2026). A synopsis of Ruellia L. (Acanthaceae) in Australia. Australian Journal of Taxonomy 111: 1–5. doi: https://doi.org/10.54102/ajt.o7337
This paper was published on: 14/1/2026
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