Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
327648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, IX: 105 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326980



Common Names

  • Tragiella natalensis
  • Natal Tragiella
  • Natal Nettle


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Synonyms

  • Sphaerostylis natalensis (Sond.) Croizat [unknown]
  • Tragia ambigua S.Moore [unknown]
  • Tragia ambigua urticans S.Moore [unknown]
  • Tragia mitis oblongifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Tragia natalensis Sond. [unknown]

Description

Tragiella natalensis (also called Natal Tragiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragiella natalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragiella natalensis is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragiella natalensis is an annual or perennial herb. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The seedlings should be thinned out to a distance of about 15 cm (6 in) apart.

Where to Find Tragiella natalensis

Tragiella natalensis is native to South Africa. It is found in moist, open areas.

Tragiella natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragiella natalensis?

Tragiella natalensis

What is the common name of Tragiella natalensis?

Natal Noseburn

What is the natural habitat of Tragiella natalensis?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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-207580: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.