Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
bicolor
ID:
271251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vis.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Atti Reale Ist. Veneto Sci. Lett. Arti , ser. 3, 4: 139 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270583



Common Names

  • Bicolor Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Bicolor
  • Bicolor Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus spectabilis Hügel ex Vis. [unknown]
  • Diasperus bicolor (Vis.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus bicolor (also called Two-colored Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus bicolor is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus bicolor is a small, yellow, tubular flower with a three-lobed lip. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus bicolor is a small, evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Phyllanthus bicolor

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

Phyllanthus bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus bicolor?

Phyllanthus bicolor

What is the common name of Phyllanthus bicolor?

Two-colored Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus bicolor?

Tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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