Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
andamanicus
ID:
271129

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.P.Balakr. & N.G.Nair

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 24: 35 (1982 publ. 1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270461



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus andamanicus
  • Andamanicus Phyllanthus
  • Andamanicus Star-thistle


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus balakrishnairii Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus andamanicus (also called Andamanicus, 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 andamanicus 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 flower of Phyllanthus andamanicus is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus andamanicus 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 andamanicus

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

Phyllanthus andamanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus andamanicus?

Phyllanthus andamanicus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus andamanicus?

Andaman Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus andamanicus?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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-153333: Based on the initial data import
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
N.G. Nair (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Nair' in the authors string.