Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
eliae
ID:
271591

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jean F.Brunel & J.P.Roux) Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 377 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270923



Common Names

  • Elia's Phyllanthus
  • Elia's Shrub Phyllanthus
  • Elia's Tree Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus sublanatus eliae Jean F.Brunel & J.P.Roux [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus sublanatus eyademae Jean F.Brunel [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus eliae (Jean F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux) Jean F.Brunel ex Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus eliae (also called Elia's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with thick, leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Bolivia, and grows in open forests and grasslands at elevations of 500–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus eliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus eliae 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 eliae is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For cultivation, it prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining medium that is kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Phyllanthus eliae

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

Phyllanthus eliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus eliae?

Phyllanthus eliae

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus eliae?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

What are the common names of Phyllanthus eliae?

It is commonly known as the Elia's Phyllanthus.

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-153782: Based on the initial data import
Jacobus Petrus Roux (1954-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Roux' in the authors string.
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.