Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 43: 148 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270827
Common Names
- Cuscutiflorus Phyllanthus
- Cuscutiflorus Starleaf Phyllanthus
- Cuscutiflorus Star Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus (also called Cuscuta-Like Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and is typically found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus 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
The flowers of Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus 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 cuscutiflorus
Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus?
Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus
What is the common name of Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus?
Cuscuta-flowered Phyllanthus
Where does Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus grow?
It is native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,
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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,