Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
dracunculoides
ID:
271567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 2: 239 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270899



Common Names

  • Dracunculoides Phyllanthus
  • Dracunculoides Shrub Phyllanthus
  • Dracunculoides Tree Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus salicifolius dracunculoides (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Glochidion salicifolium dracunculoides (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus dracunculoides (also called Dragon-like phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to India. It is a small, bushy, evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus dracunculoides 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 dracunculoides var. dracunculoides
Phyllanthus dracunculoides var. amieuensis M.Schmid
Phyllanthus dracunculoides var. tiwakaensis M.Schmid

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus dracunculoides is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus dracunculoides 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 dracunculoides

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

Phyllanthus dracunculoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus dracunculoides?

Phyllanthus dracunculoides

What is the family of Phyllanthus dracunculoides?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllanthus dracunculoides?

India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines

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