Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
debilis
ID:
271515

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.G.Klein ex Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 582 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270847



Common Names

  • Bellyache Bush
  • Bitter Phyllanthus
  • Indian Gooseberry


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus boninsimae Nakai [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus leai S.Moore [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus mukerjeeanus D.Mitra & Bennet [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus niruri debilis (Klein ex Willd.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus niruri javanicus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Diasperus debilis (J.G.Klein ex Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus debilis 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 debilis 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 debilis is a tropical perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Phyllanthus debilis

Phyllanthus debilis is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Phyllanthus debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus debilis?

Phyllanthus debilis

What are the common names of Phyllanthus debilis?

Debilis Nailwort, Debilis Leaf Flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus debilis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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-153708: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Johann Gottfried Klein (1766-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Klein' in the authors string.