Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
568688

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Domin) Meikle

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 4: 319 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568020



Common Names

  • Boerhavia paludosa
  • Marsh Spiderling
  • Pale Spiderling


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Synonyms

  • Boerhavia diffusa paludosa Domin [unknown]

Description

Boerhavia paludosa (also called Marsh 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 paludosa is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diabetes, and urinary tract infections. It is also used as a dye and a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Boerhavia paludosa 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 paludosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Boerhavia paludosa

Boerhavia paludosa is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Boerhavia paludosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boerhavia paludosa?

Boerhavia paludosa

What is the common name of Boerhavia paludosa?

Marsh Spiderling

What is the natural habitat of Boerhavia paludosa?

Boerhavia paludosa is found in moist, marshy soils in tropical and subtropical regions.

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-2678723: Based on the initial data import
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
Robert Desmond Meikle (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meikle' in the authors string.