Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
aracaensis
ID:
1317964

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Webster ex Secco & A.Rosário

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Novon 24(2): 209. 2015 [22 Sep 2015]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330418



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus Aracaensis
  • Aracaensis Phyllanthus
  • Aracaensis Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus aracaensis (also called Araca Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub with oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid forests, usually growing on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus aracaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus aracaensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and ovoid. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus aracaensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by seed. The rootstock should be divided in spring or autumn and planted in a sunny spot. The seed should be sown in spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Phyllanthus aracaensis

Phyllanthus aracaensis is native to South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Phyllanthus aracaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus aracaensis?

Phyllanthus aracaensis

What is the common name of Phyllanthus aracaensis?

Araca Phyllanthus

What type of plant is Phyllanthus aracaensis?

Herb

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

Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.
Ricardo de Sousa Secco (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Secco' in the authors string.
Alessandro S. Do Rosário: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rosário' in the authors string.