Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andamanicobaricus
ID:
1320619
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 33(3): 713. 2009 [20 Nov 2009]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333073
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Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus (also called Andaman-Nicobar Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with alternate, oblong-elliptic leaves. It is native to India and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus var. desmogyne (Hook.f.) Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus has small, yellowish-green flowers with a short, curved spur. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers warm, humid environments and should be grown in partial shade.
Where to Find Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus
Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus is found in the tropical forests of the Andaman Islands.
Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus?
Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus
What type of plant is Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus?
It is a shrub
Where is Phyllanthus andamanicobaricus found?
It is found in India
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
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
Tapas Chakrabarty (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chakrab.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119583-1: Based on the initial data import