Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cassioides
ID:
271349

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 100 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270681



Common Names

  • Cassioides Phyllanthus
  • Cassioides Leaf Flower
  • Cassioides Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus cassioides (also called 'Casio's Spurge', among many other common names) is a small shrub that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It has a woody stem and its leaves are green and ovate. It is native to tropical regions in Asia and Africa and is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus cassioides 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 cassioides 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 cassioides 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 cassioides

Phyllanthus cassioides is native to tropical regions of South America.

Phyllanthus cassioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus cassioides?

Phyllanthus cassioides

What type of plant is Phyllanthus cassioides?

Phyllanthus cassioides is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Phyllanthus cassioides grow?

Phyllanthus cassioides is native to tropical Africa.

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