Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nepetifolia
ID:
327482

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Icon. 6: 37 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326814



Common Names

  • Tragia nepetifolia
  • Catnip-Leaf Tragia
  • Catnip-Leaf Nettle


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Synonyms

  • Tragia urticifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Tragia nepetifolia dissecta Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Tragia nepetifolia setosa S.Watson [unknown]
  • Tragia nepetifolia genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Tragia nepetifolia (also called Cat's-nepeta Tragia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Cameroon, Central African Republic, and Equatorial Guinea. It typically grows in lowland forests and in savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragia nepetifolia 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 flower of Tragia nepetifolia is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragia nepetifolia 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 nepetifolia

Tragia nepetifolia can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tragia nepetifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragia nepetifolia?

Tragia nepetifolia

What is the common name of Tragia nepetifolia?

Catnip-leaved Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Tragia nepetifolia?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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