Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
faguetii
ID:
271637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 2: 237 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270969



Common Names

  • Faguetii Phyllanthus
  • Faguet's Phyllanthus
  • Faguetii Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus faguetii (Baill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion faguetii (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus faguetii (also called Faguet's phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has a single stem with multiple branches and small, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white with yellow centers. It grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus faguetii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus faguetii var. faguetii
Phyllanthus faguetii var. lifuensis (Guillaumin) M.Schmid
Phyllanthus faguetii var. brevipedicellatus M.Schmid
Phyllanthus faguetii var. gracilipedicellatus M.Schmid
Phyllanthus faguetii var. rhombifolius M.Schmid

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus faguetii are small and yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin, white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus faguetii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Phyllanthus faguetii

Phyllanthus faguetii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Phyllanthus faguetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus faguetii?

Phyllanthus faguetii

What type of plant is Phyllanthus faguetii?

Herb

Where does Phyllanthus faguetii grow?

India

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,

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