Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
fractiflexus
ID:
271689

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Schmid

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 17: 238 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271021



Common Names

  • Fractiflexus Phyllanthus
  • Broken-Flexed Phyllanthus
  • Fractiflexus Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus fractiflexus (also called branched 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 fractiflexus 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 fractiflexus 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 fractiflexus 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 fractiflexus

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

Phyllanthus fractiflexus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus fractiflexus?

Phyllanthus fractiflexus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus fractiflexus?

Fractiflex Leaf Flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus fractiflexus?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-153876: Based on the initial data import
Maurice Schmid (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Schmid' in the authors string.