Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
fotii
ID:
837082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 364 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836417



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus fotii
  • Fotii Phyllanthus
  • Fotii Leafcup


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Description

Phyllanthus fotii (also called 'Fot's Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It is characterized by its ovate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in tropical rainforests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus fotii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has fragrant, white and pink flowers that bloom in the spring. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus fotii is a yellow, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus fotii is a tropical shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a potting mix and keep it moist until it takes root.

Where to Find Phyllanthus fotii

Phyllanthus fotii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the country.

Phyllanthus fotii FAQ

What is the common name of Phyllanthus fotii?

Fot's leaf flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus fotii?

Tropical forests of Central and West Africa

What is the scientific classification of Phyllanthus fotii?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Malpighiales, Family: Phyllanthaceae, Genus: Phyllanthus, Species: P. fotii

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-373699: Based on the initial data import
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.