Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
crenata
ID:
839485

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.G.Gilbert

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 12: 399 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000838820



Common Names

  • Crenata Tragia
  • Tragia crenata
  • Crenata Nettle


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Description

Tragia crenata (also called Crenate Tragia, among many other common names) is a species of herb native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. It typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has slender stems with lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests, moist lowland forests, and in shady areas of humid mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tragia crenata is a species of flowering plant. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tragia crenata are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragia crenata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune to maintain desired shape and size.

Where to Find Tragia crenata

Tragia crenata is native to the rainforests of Brazil.

Tragia crenata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Tragia crenata?

Tragia crenata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Tragia crenata?

Tragia crenata prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Tragia crenata?

Water Tragia crenata when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-376127: Based on the initial data import
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.