Status:
valid
Authors:
Houyelle
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Int. Cact. Advent. 111-112: 12 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330942
Common Names
- Euphorbia Nadiae
- Nadiae's Euphorbia
- Euphorbia
Description
Euphorbia nadiae (also called Euphorbia nadia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. The leaves are divided into three leaflets and the flowers are white or pinkish in color. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Euphorbia nadiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euphorbia nadiae is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, three-sided seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphorbia nadiae is a succulent perennial plant native to South Africa. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Euphorbia nadiae
Euphorbia nadiae is found in the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Euphorbia nadiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euphorbia nadiae?
Euphorbia nadiae
What is the family of Euphorbia nadiae?
Euphorbiaceae
Where is Euphorbia nadiae native to?
Madagascar
Species in the Euphorbia genus
Euphorbia abdulghafooriana,
Euphorbia acanthodes,
Euphorbia borealis,
Euphorbia calcarata,
Euphorbia coalcomanensis,
Euphorbia colligata,
Euphorbia conzattii,
Euphorbia cymbifera,
Euphorbia cyri,
Euphorbia diazlunana,
Euphorbia dressleri,
Euphorbia finkii,
Euphorbia lomelii,
Euphorbia meuselii,
Euphorbia nocens,
Euphorbia patentispina,
Euphorbia peritropoides,
Euphorbia personata,
Euphorbia randrianijohanyi,
Euphorbia rauhii,
Euphorbia razafindratsirae,
Euphorbia rosescens,
Euphorbia tehuacana,
Euphorbia trialata,
Euphorbia ammophila,
Euphorbia densispina,
Euphorbia derickii,
Euphorbia einensis,
Euphorbia frankii,
Euphorbia godana,
Euphorbia hamaderoensis,
Euphorbia bianoensis,
Euphorbia biselegans,
Euphorbia bisellenbeckii,
Euphorbia bisglobosa,
Euphorbia bodenghieniae,
Euphorbia burkartii,
Euphorbia calderoniae,
Euphorbia catenata,
Euphorbia chevalieri,
Euphorbia clarae,
Euphorbia crenata,
Euphorbia cupricola,
Euphorbia descampsii,
Euphorbia dilunguensis,
Euphorbia discoidea,
Euphorbia echinulata,
Euphorbia erythrocucullata,
Euphorbia fernandez-lopezii,
Euphorbia filiformis,
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
Sébastien Houyelle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Houyelle' in the authors string.