Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
aridus
ID:
271181

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 110 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270513



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus aridus
  • Arid Phyllanthus
  • Arid Spurge


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus hesperonotos Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus polycladus W.Fitzg. [illegitimate]

Description

Phyllanthus aridus (also called Arid Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus aridus 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

Phyllanthus aridus has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus aridus 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 aridus

Phyllanthus aridus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, China, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Phyllanthus aridus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus aridus?

Phyllanthus aridus

What is the family of Phyllanthus aridus?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus aridus?

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-153384: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.