Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
camerunensis
ID:
837064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 353 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836399



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus camerunensis
  • Camerunensis Phyllanthus
  • Camerunensis Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus camerunensis (also called Cameroon Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Phyllanthaceae. It has a short stem and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus camerunensis is used medicinally to treat fever, stomach ache, and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus camerunensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus camerunensis is a tropical shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a potting mix and keep it moist until it takes root.

Where to Find Phyllanthus camerunensis

Phyllanthus camerunensis is found in the tropical forests of Central Africa.

Phyllanthus camerunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus camerunensis?

Phyllanthus camerunensis

What is the family of Phyllanthus camerunensis?

Euphorbiaceae

Where is Phyllanthus camerunensis found?

Madagascar

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-373682: Based on the initial data import
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.