Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 15: 525 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270596
Common Names
- Boehm's Leaf Flower
- Phyllanthus Boehmii
- Boehm's Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus boehmii (also called Boehm's 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 boehmii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phyllanthus boehmii var. boehmii
Phyllanthus boehmii var. humilis Radcl.-Sm.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus boehmii has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus boehmii 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 boehmii
Phyllanthus boehmii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Phyllanthus boehmii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus boehmii?
Phyllanthus boehmii
What is the common name of Phyllanthus boehmii?
Boehm's Phyllanthus
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus boehmii?
Tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,
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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,