Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
gracillima
ID:
568634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heimerl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1b): 26 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567966



Common Names

  • Graceful Spiderling
  • Slender Spiderling
  • Delicate Spiderling


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Synonyms

  • Boerhavia gracillima decalvata Heimerl [unknown]

Description

Boerhavia gracillima (also called Slender Hogweed, 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 gracillima 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 flowers of Boerhavia gracillima are small, white or pink in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boerhavia gracillima 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 gracillima

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

Boerhavia gracillima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boerhavia gracillima?

Boerhavia gracillima

What is the common name of Boerhavia gracillima?

Graceful Spiderling

Where is Boerhavia gracillima native to?

Southwestern United States and Mexico

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2678674: Based on the initial data import
Anton Heimerl (1857-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heimerl' in the authors string.