Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lassia
ID:
327428

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 480 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326760



Common Names

  • Tragia lassia
  • Lassia Tragia
  • Lassia Nettle


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Synonyms

  • Lassia scandens Baill. [unknown]
  • Tragia scandens Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Tragia scandens basaltorum Leandri [unknown]

Description

Tragia lassia (also called Lassia 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 lassia is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tragia lassia 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 lassia 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 lassia

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

Tragia lassia FAQ

What type of plant is Tragia lassia?

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

Where is Tragia lassia found?

Tragia lassia is native to India.

What is the growth habit of Tragia lassia?

Tragia lassia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-207374: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.