Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
gabonensis
ID:
837036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 350 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836371



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus Gabonensis
  • Gabonensis Phyllanthus
  • Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus gabonensis (also called Gabon Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Gabon and is found in humid forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus gabonensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus gabonensis is white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus gabonensis is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Phyllanthus gabonensis

Phyllanthus gabonensis is found in the tropical forests of Central Africa.

Phyllanthus gabonensis FAQ

What is the common name of Phyllanthus gabonensis?

Gabon leaf flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus gabonensis?

Tropical forests of Central and West Africa

What is the scientific classification of Phyllanthus gabonensis?

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

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-373655: Based on the initial data import
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.