Phyllanthus flagellaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flagellaris
ID:
271668
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 106 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271000
Common Names
- Flagellaris Phyllanthus
- Whiplike Phyllanthus
- Flagellaris Leaf Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllanthus flagellaris (also called whip 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 flagellaris 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 flowers of Phyllanthus flagellaris 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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Phyllanthus flagellaris 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 flagellaris
Phyllanthus flagellaris is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Phyllanthus flagellaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus flagellaris?
Phyllanthus flagellaris
What type of plant is Phyllanthus flagellaris?
Herb
Where does Phyllanthus flagellaris 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-153857: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.