Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
calycinus
ID:
271319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 2: 75 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270651



Common Names

  • Calycinus Phyllanthus
  • Calycinus Leaf Flower
  • Calycinus Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus cygnorum Endl. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus pimeleoides A.DC. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus preissianus Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus pulchellus Endl. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus calycinus obovatus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus calycinus parviflora Benth. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus preissianus pimeleoides (A.DC.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Clutia berberifolia Pax [unknown]
  • Diasperus calycinus (Labill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus cygnorum (Endl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus cygnorum genuinus Mull.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus calycinus genuinus Mull.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus calycinus (also called Calyx 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 calycinus has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It has also been used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus calycinus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus calycinus 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 calycinus

Phyllanthus calycinus can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus calycinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus calycinus?

Phyllanthus calycinus

What is the family of Phyllanthus calycinus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllanthus calycinus?

India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines

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,

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