Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
chamaepeuce
ID:
271391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 3: 345 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270723



Common Names

  • Chamaepeuce Phyllanthus
  • Chamaepeuce Leaf Flower
  • Chamaepeuce Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus quangtriensis Beille [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus urinaria chamaepeuce (Ridl.) G.L.Webster [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce (also called Chamaepeuce 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 chamaepeuce 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

The flower of Phyllanthus chamaepeuce is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce 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 chamaepeuce

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce is found in tropical regions of South America.

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus chamaepeuce?

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce

What type of plant is Phyllanthus chamaepeuce?

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Phyllanthus chamaepeuce grow?

Phyllanthus chamaepeuce 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,

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