Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
316943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, III: 14 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316275



Common Names

  • Pulchella Baloghia
  • Baloghia
  • Pulchella


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Description

Baloghia pulchella (also called Pretty 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 pulchella 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

The flower of Baloghia pulchella is a small, white, tubular flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baloghia pulchella 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 pulchella

Baloghia pulchella is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Baloghia pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baloghia pulchella?

Baloghia pulchella

What is the common name of Baloghia pulchella?

Pretty Baloghia

What is the natural habitat of Baloghia pulchella?

Tropical rainforests of Australia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19722: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.