Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
albus
ID:
271102

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 387 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270434



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus albus
  • Albus Phyllanthus
  • Albus Star-thistle


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Synonyms

  • Kirganelia alba Blanco [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus cumingii (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Zarcoa phillipica Llanos [unknown]
  • Diasperus albus (Blanco) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus cumingii (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion album (Blanco) Boerl. [unknown]
  • Glochidion brachystylum Merr. [unknown]
  • Glochidion cumingii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Glochidion leytense Elmer [unknown]
  • Glochidion mindanaense Elmer [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus albus (also called White Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus albus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus albus are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus albus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require bright indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Phyllanthus albus

Phyllanthus albus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Phyllanthus albus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus albus?

Phyllanthus albus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus albus?

Tropical rainforests of India, China, and Southeast Asia

What is the flowering season of Phyllanthus albus?

April to May

Species in the Phyllanthus genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-153308: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.