Status:
valid
Authors:
Jean F.Brunel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 352 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836361
Common Names
- Phyllanthus Dekindtianus
- Dekindtianus Phyllanthus
- Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus dekindtianus (also called De Kindt's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus dekindtianus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllanthus dekindtianus is white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Phyllanthus dekindtianus: This species is best grown in a sunny, well-drained position in the garden. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Phyllanthus dekindtianus
Phyllanthus dekindtianus is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,
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Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,