Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
glomerulatus
ID:
271754

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 375 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271086



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus glomerulatus
  • Glomerulatus Leaf Flower
  • Glomerulatus Balloon Vine


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus nanogynus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Bridelia heterantha Wall. [unknown]
  • Agyneia glomerulata Miq. [unknown]
  • Diasperus glomerulatus (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus heteranthus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus nanogynus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion glomerulatum (Miq.) Boerl. [unknown]
  • Glochidion nanogynum (Müll.Arg.) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Glochidion palustre Koord. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus glomerulatus (also called Glomerulate Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It grows in moist and shady areas, such as in grasslands and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus glomerulatus 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 glomerulatus 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 glomerulatus 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 glomerulatus

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

Phyllanthus glomerulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus glomerulatus?

Phyllanthus glomerulatus

What is the family of Phyllanthus glomerulatus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllanthus glomerulatus?

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

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:353956-1: Based on the initial data import