Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
eriocarpus
ID:
271613

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Champ. ex Benth.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 387 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270945



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus eriocarpus
  • Eriocarpus Phyllanthus
  • Eriocarpus Spurge


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus eriocarpus (Champ. ex Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus villicaulis (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion eriocarpum Champ. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Glochidion esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Glochidion villicaule Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus eriocarpus (also called Eriocarpus 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 eriocarpus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic, and hepatoprotective properties. It is also used to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus eriocarpus are small, yellowish-green, and clustered in axillary cymes. The seed is a small, black, globose drupe. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus eriocarpus 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 eriocarpus

Phyllanthus eriocarpus is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Phyllanthus eriocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus eriocarpus?

Phyllanthus eriocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus eriocarpus?

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

What are the common names of Phyllanthus eriocarpus?

It is commonly known as the Woolly-fruited 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John George Champion (1815-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champ.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:353849-1: Based on the initial data import