Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
316870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, III: 15 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316202



Common Names

  • Baloghia montana
  • Mountain Baloghia
  • Montana Baloghia


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Synonyms

  • Steigeria montana Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Baloghia montana neohebridensis Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Codiaeum montanum Baill. ex Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Baloghia montana (also called Mountain Baloghia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baloghia montana has been used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baloghia montana has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baloghia montana is a shrub native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. To propagate, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and root them in moist soil.

Where to Find Baloghia montana

Baloghia montana is found in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Baloghia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baloghia montana?

Baloghia montana

What is the common name of Baloghia montana?

Mountain Baloghia

What is the natural habitat of Baloghia montana?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References