Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
amentuliger
ID:
271112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 390 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270444



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus amentuliger
  • Amentuliger Phyllanthus
  • Amentuliger Star-thistle


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus amentuliger (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion amentuligerum (Müll.Arg.) Croizat [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus amentuliger (also called Amentuliger, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus amentuliger 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 amentuliger 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 amentuliger 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 amentuliger

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

Phyllanthus amentuliger FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus amieuensis?

Phyllanthus amieuensis

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus amieuensis?

Tropical rainforests of India, China, and Southeast Asia

What is the flowering season of Phyllanthus amieuensis?

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,

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