Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
glaucus
ID:
271750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 14 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271082



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus glaucus
  • Glaucus Leaf Flower
  • Glaucus Balloon Vine


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus glaucus (Wall. ex Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Flueggeopsis glauca (Wall. ex Müll.Arg.) D.Das [unknown]
  • Hemicicca glauca (Wall. ex Müll.Arg.) Hurus. & Yu.Tanaka [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus glaucus (also called Glaucous Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with thick, leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Bolivia, and grows in open forests and grasslands at elevations of 500–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus glaucus can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus glaucus is a small, yellowish-green flower with a white center. Its seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus glaucus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Phyllanthus glaucus

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

Phyllanthus glaucus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus glaucus?

Phyllanthus glaucus

What is the family of Phyllanthus glaucus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllanthus glaucus?

India

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

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' 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:353952-1: Based on the initial data import