Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
fuscoluridus
ID:
271710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 346 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271042



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus fuscoluridus
  • Fuscoluridus Leaf Flower
  • Fuscoluridus Balloon Vine


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus bojerianus Baill. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus emirnensis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus fuscoluridus fuscoluridus [unknown]
  • Diasperus fuscoluridus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus fuscoluridus (also called Fusco-Lurid 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 fuscoluridus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus fuscoluridus var. villosus (Leandri) Ralim. & Petra Hoffm.
Phyllanthus fuscoluridus var. fuscoluridus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus fuscoluridus 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 fuscoluridus 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 fuscoluridus

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

Phyllanthus fuscoluridus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus fuscoluridus?

Phyllanthus fuscoluridus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus fuscoluridus?

Fuscolurid Leaf Flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus fuscoluridus?

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,

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