Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
fulvirameus
ID:
271709

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 385 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271041



Common Names

  • Fulvirameus Phyllanthus
  • Yellow-Striped Phyllanthus
  • Fulvirameus Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus fulvirameus (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion fulvirameum Miq. [unknown]
  • Glochidion salomonis Briq. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus fulvirameus (also called Fulvira Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in open habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed areas. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and elliptic in shape. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are red and globose.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus fulvirameus 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

Phyllanthus fulvirameus has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus fulvirameus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Phyllanthus fulvirameus

Phyllanthus fulvirameus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Phyllanthus fulvirameus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus fulvirameus?

Phyllanthus fulvirameus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus fulvirameus?

Fulvirame Leaf Flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus fulvirameus?

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:353918-1: Based on the initial data import