Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1912: 235 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326600
Common Names
- Baroniana Tragia
- Baroniana Tree
- Baroniana Tree
Description
Tragia baroniana (also called Baron's Tragia, among many other common names) is an herb native to tropical Africa. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in tropical forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Tragia baroniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fibres which are used to make rope and paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tragia baroniana is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tragia baroniana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Tragia baroniana
Tragia baroniana is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry forests and scrublands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Tragia baroniana FAQ
What is the ideal temperature range for Tragia baroniana?
Tragia baroniana prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F)
What is the ideal soil type for Tragia baroniana?
Tragia baroniana prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.
How much sunlight does Tragia baroniana need?
Tragia baroniana needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Tragia genus
Tragia abortiva,
Tragia acalyphoides,
Tragia adenanthera,
Tragia adenophila,
Tragia affinis,
Tragia aliena,
Tragia amblyodonta,
Tragia angolensis,
Tragia arabica,
Tragia arnhemica,
Tragia ashiae,
Tragia aurea,
Tragia bahiensis,
Tragia balfourii,
Tragia ballyi,
Tragia baroniana,
Tragia benthamii,
Tragia betonicifolia,
Tragia bicolor,
Tragia biflora,
Tragia boiviniana,
Tragia bongolana,
Tragia brevipes,
Tragia brevispica,
Tragia brouniana,
Tragia capensis,
Tragia caperonioides,
Tragia catamarcensis,
Tragia ceanothifolia,
Tragia cearensis,
Tragia chevalieri,
Tragia chlorocaulon,
Tragia cinerea,
Tragia cocculifolia,
Tragia collina,
Tragia cordata,
Tragia correae,
Tragia cubensis,
Tragia cuneata,
Tragia descampsii,
Tragia dinteri,
Tragia dioica,
Tragia dodecandra,
Tragia doryodes,
Tragia durbanensis,
Tragia fallacina,
Tragia fasciculata,
Tragia finalis,
Tragia friesii,
Tragia furialis,
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,