Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
fistulosa
ID:
568621

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fosberg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 40: 57 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567953



Common Names

  • Fistulous Spiderling
  • Pipe-Like Spiderling
  • Tubular Spiderling


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Synonyms

  • Boerhavia fistulosa puberuliflora Fosberg [unknown]

Description

Boerhavia fistulosa (also called Red Spiderling, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a sprawling habit, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Boerhavia fistulosa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are quite attractive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Boerhavia fistulosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boerhavia fistulosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Boerhavia fistulosa

Boerhavia fistulosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Boerhavia fistulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boerhavia fistulosa?

Boerhavia fistulosa

What is the common name of Boerhavia fistulosa?

Tubular spiderling

What is the natural habitat of Boerhavia fistulosa?

Boerhavia fistulosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South and Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Boerhavia genus

Boerhavia hualienensis, Boerhavia acutifolia, Boerhavia africana, Boerhavia alamasona, Boerhavia alata, Boerhavia albiflora, Boerhavia ambigua, Boerhavia angustifolia, Boerhavia anisophylla, Boerhavia arabica, Boerhavia australis, Boerhavia boissieri, Boerhavia bracteosa, Boerhavia brandegeei, Boerhavia burbidgeana, Boerhavia capitata, Boerhavia chinensis, Boerhavia chrysantha, Boerhavia ciliata, Boerhavia coccinea, Boerhavia cordobensis, Boerhavia coulteri, Boerhavia crassifolia, Boerhavia crispa, Boerhavia crispifolia, Boerhavia decipiens, Boerhavia deserticola, Boerhavia diandra, Boerhavia dichotoma, Boerhavia diffusa, Boerhavia discolor, Boerhavia elegans, Boerhavia erecta, Boerhavia fallacissima, Boerhavia fistulosa, Boerhavia gardneri, Boerhavia glabrata, Boerhavia glandulosa, Boerhavia gracillima, Boerhavia graminicola, Boerhavia grandiflora, Boerhavia greenwayi, Boerhavia heimerlii, Boerhavia helenae, Boerhavia herbstii, Boerhavia hereroensis, Boerhavia heronensis, Boerhavia hiranensis, Boerhavia hirsuta, Boerhavia hitchcockii,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

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