Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
271769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 47 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271101



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus gracilipes
  • Gracilipes Leaf Flower
  • Gracilipes Balloon Vine


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus concinnus Ridl. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus discofractus Croizat [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus hullettii Ridl. [unknown]
  • Reidia gracilipes Miq. [unknown]
  • Reidia gracilis (Hassk.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Diasperus gracilipes (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eriococcus gracilis Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus gracilipes (also called Gracilipes 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 gracilipes can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus gracilipes has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus gracilipes 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 gracilipes

Phyllanthus gracilipes can be found in tropical regions of India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus gracilipes?

Phyllanthus gracilipes

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus gracilipes?

Tropical and subtropical regions

What is the growth habit of Phyllanthus gracilipes?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

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-153953: Based on the initial data import
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.