Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brassii
ID:
271291

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 47: 81 (1935 publ. 1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270623



Common Names

  • Brass' Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Brassii
  • Brass' Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus brassii (also called Brass's phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to India. It is a small, bushy, evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus brassii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus brassii has small, yellow-green flowers with a single yellow spathe. The seeds are small and black with a white fleshy coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus brassii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Phyllanthus brassii

Phyllanthus brassii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus brassii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus brassii?

Phyllanthus brassii

What is the common name of Phyllanthus brassii?

Brass's Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus brassii?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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-153487: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.