Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
boiviniana
ID:
327276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 183 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326608



Common Names

  • Boiviniana Tragia
  • Boiviniana Tree
  • Boiviniana Tree


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Synonyms

  • Agirta boiviniana Baill. [unknown]

Description

Tragia boiviniana (also called Boivin'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 boiviniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tragia boiviniana are small and yellow, with purple anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragia boiviniana is a perennial herb that is propagated by seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tragia boiviniana

Tragia boiviniana is native to Madagascar.

Tragia boiviniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragia boiviniana?

Tragia boiviniana

What is the common name of Tragia boiviniana?

Boiviniana Tragia

What is the family of Tragia boiviniana?

Euphorbiaceae

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,

References