Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 43: 75 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270878
Common Names
- Dinter's Phyllanthus
- Dinter's Shrub Phyllanthus
- Dinter's Tree Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus dinteri (also called Dinter's 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 dinteri is used as an ornamental plant and is known to be a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllanthus dinteri 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 dinteri 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 dinteri
Phyllanthus dinteri is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Phyllanthus dinteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus dinteri?
Phyllanthus dinteri
What are the common names of Phyllanthus dinteri?
Dinteri Nailwort, Dinteri Leaf Flower
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus dinteri?
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,