Status:
valid
Authors:
Haicour & Rossignol
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 74: 1860 (1987 publ. 1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270930
Common Names
- Emberger's Phyllanthus
- Emberger's Shrub Phyllanthus
- Emberger's Tree Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus embergeri (also called Emberger'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 embergeri is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllanthus embergeri is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus embergeri 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 embergeri
Phyllanthus embergeri is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Phyllanthus embergeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus embergeri?
Phyllanthus embergeri
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus embergeri?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
What are the common names of Phyllanthus embergeri?
It is commonly known as the Emberger'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
R. Haicour: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haicour' in the authors string.
Louis Rossignol: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rossignol' in the authors string.