Showing posts with label Rutaceae. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rutaceae. Show all posts

Saturday, 24 March 2018

Ruta angustifolia


Ruta angustifolia Narrow-leaved Rue

Ruda 

I believe I am correct in the identification. This sub-shrub can grow from 20-80cms tall and is native to the Mediterranean and SW Asia. It can be used as an insect repellent and anti-spasmodic. It must not be applied to the skin during sunlight hours as the oils may cause blistering. if used medicinally.  The leaves have a grey-blue tinge and it flowers from April to July.


Thursday, 10 July 2014

Ruta montana


Ruta montana  Mountain rue

Ruda de la montana

This Rue flowers from June to September and grows from 25 to 75cms tall. It is found in the south of the Iberian Pennisula, NW Africa and eastwards to Turkey. It is strongly aromatic but poisonous. Pregnant women have to take great care as the strong chemicals it contains can cause abortion. The sap can cause dermatitis and blistering of the skin. It is loved by some insects.

Wednesday, 1 May 2013