Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
angkorensis
ID:
271136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beille

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 5: 583 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270468



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus angkorensis
  • Angkor Phyllanthus
  • Phyllanthus Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus polyphyllus siamensis Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus angkorensis (also called Angkorensis, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant that is native to Cambodia. 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 angkorensis 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 angkorensis 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 angkorensis 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 angkorensis

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

Phyllanthus angkorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus angkorensis?

Phyllanthus angkorensis

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus angkorensis?

It is found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

What are the medicinal uses of Phyllanthus angkorensis?

It is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

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-153340: Based on the initial data import
Lucien Beille (1862-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beille' in the authors string.