Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
distichus
ID:
271554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 95 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270886



Common Names

  • Distichous Phyllanthus
  • Distichous Shrub Phyllanthus
  • Distichous Tree Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus argentatus Noronha [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus cheremela Roxb. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus sandwicensis grandifolia Wawra [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus sandwicensis oblongifolius Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Diasperus distichus (Hook. & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus distichus (also called Distichous 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 distichus is used as an ornamental plant and is known to be a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus distichus var. degeneri (Sherff) Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.
Phyllanthus distichus var. ellipticus (Müll.Arg.) Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus distichus 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 distichus 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 distichus

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

Phyllanthus distichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus distichus?

Phyllanthus distichus

What are the common names of Phyllanthus distichus?

Distichus Nailwort, Distichus Leaf Flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus distichus?

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-153746: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.