Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
peltata
ID:
327514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin. 10: 6 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326846



Common Names

  • Peltate Stinging Nettle
  • Stinging Nettle
  • Peltate Nettle


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Description

Tragia peltata (also called T. peltata, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant with a slender stem and a spreading, branched habit. It is native to Central America, and grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tragia peltata 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 flower of Tragia peltata 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 peltata is a perennial herb that is propagated by seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tragia peltata

Tragia peltata can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tragia peltata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragia peltata?

Tragia peltata

What is the common name of Tragia peltata?

Shield-leaved Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Tragia peltata?

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,