Carolina Wild Petunia (Ruellia Caroliniensis) is a perennial herb in the Acanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ruellia caroliniensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States, known for its trumpet-shaped light purple flowers and clumping growth habit.

Carolina Wild Petunia

Carolina Wild Petunia

Ruellia Caroliniensis

Ruellia caroliniensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States, known for its trumpet-shaped light purple flowers and clumping growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carolina Wild Petunia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Carolina Wild Petunia
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Taxonomy

Family:Acanthaceae
Genus:Ruellia