Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
bracteatus
ID:
923128

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gillespie) W.L.Wagner & Lorence

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 4: 70 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922463



Common Names

  • Bracted Phyllanthus
  • Phyllanthus Bracteatus
  • Indian Gooseberry


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Description

Phyllanthus bracteatus (also called Chinese croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with oblong-elliptic leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and is found in open forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus bracteatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus bracteatus are small and white in color. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus bracteatus is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species and can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Phyllanthus bracteatus

Phyllanthus bracteatus is found in the Cook Islands, French Polynesia, and the Marquesas Islands.

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-468021: Based on the initial data import
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.
John Wynn Gillespie (1901-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillespie' in the authors string.