Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
breynioides
ID:
271297

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.T.Li) Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 176 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270629



Common Names

  • Breynioides Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Breynioides
  • Breynioides Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthodendron breynioides P.T.Li [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus breynioides (also called Breyn'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 breynioides is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus breynioides 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 breynioides is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants, with the cuttings placed in a warm, moist environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Phyllanthus breynioides

Phyllanthus breynioides can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus breynioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus breynioides?

Phyllanthus breynioides

What is the common name of Phyllanthus breynioides?

Breynioides Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus breynioides?

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-153492: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.