Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
carmenluciae
ID:
1318320

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.T.M.Ribeiro & Loiola

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 305(1): 36. 2017 [21 Apr 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330774



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus Carmenluciae
  • Phyllanthus
  • Carmenluciae's Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus carmenluciae (also called Carmen Lucia's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus carmenluciae is a popular houseplant and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus carmenluciae is yellow with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus carmenluciae is a tropical shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Phyllanthus carmenluciae

Phyllanthus carmenluciae is native to the island of Palawan in the Philippines.

Phyllanthus carmenluciae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus carmenluciae?

Phyllanthus carmenluciae

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus carmenluciae?

Tropical forests

What are the common uses of Phyllanthus carmenluciae?

The leaves are used for medicinal purposes

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

Maria Iracema Bezerra Loiola (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loiola' in the authors string.
Rayane De Tasso Moreira Ribeiro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.M.Ribeiro' in the authors string.