Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
buxoides
ID:
271309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Mém. 2(3): 6 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270641



Common Names

  • Buxoides Phyllanthus
  • Buxoides Leaf Flower
  • Buxoides Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus buxoides (also called Box-like 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 buxoides is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus buxoides 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 buxoides 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 buxoides

Phyllanthus buxoides can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus buxoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus buxoides?

Phyllanthus buxoides

What is the common name of Phyllanthus buxoides?

Buxoides Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus buxoides?

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-153506: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.