Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
alstonii
ID:
1412706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Airy Shaw) Govaerts

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Skvortsovia 4(3): 94. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425171





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Description

Phyllanthus alstonii (also called Alston's Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus alstonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus alstonii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus alstonii is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant that grows in moist, humid environments. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Phyllanthus alstonii

Phyllanthus alstonii is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Phyllanthus alstonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus alstonii?

Phyllanthus alstonii

What is the common name of Phyllanthus alstonii?

Alston's Leafy Spurge

What are the uses of Phyllanthus alstonii?

Phyllanthus alstonii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.