Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
arbuscula
ID:
271172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) J.F.Gmel.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 13[bis] : 204 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270504



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus arbuscula
  • Arbuscula Leaf Flower
  • Mountain Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus coxianus Fawc. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus dingleri G.L.Webster [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus inaequaliflorus Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus linearis (Sw.) Sw. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus speciosus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus swartzii Fawc. & Rendle [illegitimate]
  • Xylophylla angustifolia linearis Sw. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla arbuscula Sw. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla linearis (Sw.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla speciosa (Jacq.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Diasperus linearis (Sw.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus speciosus (Jacq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Genesiphylla speciosa (Jacq.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus linearis genuinus Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus arbuscula (also called Arbuscula, 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 arbuscula 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 arbuscula 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 arbuscula is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Asia. It is typically grown in a medium of soil, sand, and compost. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a medium of soil, sand, and compost and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Phyllanthus arbuscula

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

Phyllanthus arbuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus arbuscula?

Phyllanthus arbuscula

What is the family of Phyllanthus arbuscula?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus arbuscula?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-153375: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Gmelin (1748-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Gmel.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.