Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
chacoensis
ID:
271381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morong

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci. 7: 218 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270713



Common Names

  • Chacoensis Phyllanthus
  • Chacoensis Leaf Flower
  • Chacoensis Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Aporosella chacoensis (Morong) Speg. [unknown]
  • Aporosella chacorensis Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Aporosella hassleriana Chodat [unknown]
  • Sebastiania singularis Rizzini [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus chacoensis (also called Chaco Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa and grows in dry, open forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus chacoensis 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 chacoensis has small yellow flowers with a five-lobed calyx. Its seeds are small and black with a smooth surface. Its seedlings have a single leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus chacoensis is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Phyllanthus chacoensis

Phyllanthus chacoensis is native to tropical regions of South America.

Phyllanthus chacoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus chacoensis?

Phyllanthus chacoensis

What type of plant is Phyllanthus chacoensis?

Phyllanthus chacoensis is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Phyllanthus chacoensis grow?

Phyllanthus chacoensis 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-153578: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Morong (1827-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morong' in the authors string.