Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 315 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271096
Common Names
- Phyllanthus gossweileri
- Gossweileri Leaf Flower
- Gossweileri Balloon Vine
Description
Phyllanthus gossweileri (also called Gossweiler 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 gossweileri 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 gossweileri 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus gossweileri 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 gossweileri
Phyllanthus gossweileri can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Phyllanthus gossweileri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus gossweileri?
Phyllanthus gossweileri
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus gossweileri?
Phyllanthus gossweileri is found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the characteristics of Phyllanthus gossweileri?
Phyllanthus gossweileri is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers.
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,
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Amanoa anomala,
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Amanoa caribaea,
Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
Amanoa glaucophylla,
Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,