Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
angustifolius
ID:
271140

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. Occid. ii. 1111. 1800

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270472



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus angustifolius
  • Narrow-leaved Phyllanthus
  • Phyllanthus Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus cognatus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus elongatus (Jacq.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus linearis cognatus (Spreng.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla angustifolia Sw. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla contorta Britton [unknown]
  • Xylophylla elongata Jacq. [unknown]
  • Hexadena angustifolia (Sw.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus angustifolius elongatus (Jacq.) Voss [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus angustifolius elongatus (Jacq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Diasperus angustifolius (Sw.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus angustifolius genuinus Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus angustifolius (also called Angustifolius, 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 angustifolius is used to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus angustifolius 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 angustifolius 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 angustifolius

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

Phyllanthus angustifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus angustifolius?

Phyllanthus angustifolius

What is the family of Phyllanthus angustifolius?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus angustifolius?

Narrowleaf Phyllanthus

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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