Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cyrtophyllus
ID:
271504

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 390 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270836



Common Names

  • Cyrtophyllus Phyllanthus
  • Cyrtophyllus Starleaf Phyllanthus
  • Cyrtophyllus Star Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus cyrtophyllus (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion cyrtophyllum Miq. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus (also called Cyrtophyllous Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has small, pink flowers and is typically found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus 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 cyrtophyllus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus 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 cyrtophyllus

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

Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus?

Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus?

Cyrtophyll Phyllanthus

Where does Phyllanthus cyrtophyllus 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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' 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:353770-1: Based on the initial data import