Phyllanthus graminicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminicola
ID:
271775
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 40: 191 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271107
Common Names
- Phyllanthus graminicola
- Graminicola Leaf Flower
- Graminicola Balloon Vine
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- Phyllanthus rogersii Hutch. ex S.Moore [unknown]
Description
Phyllanthus graminicola (also called Graminicola 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 graminicola can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus graminicola 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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Phyllanthus graminicola 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 graminicola
Phyllanthus graminicola is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Phyllanthus graminicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus graminicola?
Phyllanthus graminicola
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus graminicola?
Tropical and subtropical regions
What is the growth habit of Phyllanthus graminicola?
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-153959: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.