Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
descampsii
ID:
327327

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot. , sér. 4, 1: 207 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326659



Common Names

  • Descampsii Noseburn
  • Tragia Descampsii
  • Descampsii Tragia


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Description

Tragia descampsii (also called Descamps' Tragia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in dry and moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragia descampsii is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds and ulcers. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tragia descampsii 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 descampsii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is drought-tolerant once established. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Tragia descampsii

Tragia descampsii is native to Madagascar.

Tragia descampsii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature range for Tragia descampsii?

Tragia descampsii prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F)

What is the ideal soil type for Tragia descampsii?

Tragia descampsii prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Tragia descampsii need?

Tragia descampsii 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,

References