Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
glochidioides
ID:
271752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 4: 1302 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271084



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus glochidioides
  • Glochidioides Leaf Flower
  • Glochidioides Balloon Vine


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Description

Phyllanthus glochidioides (also called Glochidioid 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 glochidioides 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 glochidioides 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 glochidioides is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. 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 glochidioides

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

Phyllanthus glochidioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus glochidioides?

Phyllanthus glochidioides

What is the family of Phyllanthus glochidioides?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllanthus glochidioides?

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,

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