Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
guangdongensis
ID:
271793

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.T.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 25: 376 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271125



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus guangdongensis
  • Guangdongensis Leaf Flower
  • Guangdongensis Balloon Vine


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Description

Phyllanthus guangdongensis (also called Guangdong 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 guangdongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus guangdongensis 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 guangdongensis 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 guangdongensis

Phyllanthus guangdongensis is native to China and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Phyllanthus guangdongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus guangdongensis?

Phyllanthus guangdongensis

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus guangdongensis?

Tropical forests

What are the uses of Phyllanthus guangdongensis?

Medicinal, ornamental

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-153976: Based on the initial data import
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.