Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cordatus
ID:
271472

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Seem. ex Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 376 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270804



Common Names

  • Cordatus Phyllanthus
  • Cordatus Starleaf Phyllanthus
  • Cordatus Star Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus cordatus (Seem. ex Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion cordatum Seem. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus cordatus (also called 'Cordate 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 cordatus is used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, dysentery, and malaria. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus cordatus 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 cordatus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Phyllanthus cordatus

Phyllanthus cordatus is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Phyllanthus cordatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus cordatus?

Phyllanthus cordatus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus cordatus?

Heart-shaped Phyllanthus

Where does Phyllanthus cordatus grow?

It is native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Americas

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

Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:353741-1: Based on the initial data import