Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
laminularis
ID:
327425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 183 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326757



Common Names

  • Tragia laminularis
  • Laminar Tragia
  • Laminate Tragia


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Description

Tragia laminularis (also called Laminated 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 laminularis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and is used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tragia laminularis are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragia laminularis can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Tragia laminularis

Tragia laminularis can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Tragia laminularis FAQ

What type of plant is Tragia laminularis?

Tragia laminularis is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae.

Where is Tragia laminularis found?

Tragia laminularis is native to India.

What is the growth habit of Tragia laminularis?

Tragia laminularis is a small, annual herb.

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,

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