Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
finschii
ID:
271663

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 9: 205 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270995



Common Names

  • Finschii Phyllanthus
  • Finsch's Phyllanthus
  • Finschii Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus cupuliformis Warb. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus hylodendron (K.Schum.) Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster [unknown]
  • Hemiglochidion cupuliforme K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Hemiglochidion finschii (K.Schum.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Hemiglochidion hylodendron K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus finschii (also called Finsch'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 finschii 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 finschii 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 finschii 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 finschii

Phyllanthus finschii is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Phyllanthus finschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus finschii?

Phyllanthus finschii

What type of plant is Phyllanthus finschii?

Herb

Where does Phyllanthus finschii 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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