Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
heyneanus
ID:
271833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 49 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271165



Common Names

  • Heyneanus Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Heyneanus
  • Phyllanthus Heyneanus Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus longiflorus B.Heyne ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus nephradenius Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Reidia longiflora Gamble [unknown]
  • Reidia ovalifolia Wight [unknown]
  • Diasperus nephradenius (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eriococcus ovalifolia (Wight) K.K.N.Nair [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus heyneanus (also called Kaniar, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus heyneanus 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

The flower of Phyllanthus heyneanus is a small, yellow-green star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus heyneanus is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist.

Where to Find Phyllanthus heyneanus

Phyllanthus heyneanus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Phyllanthus heyneanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus heyneanus?

Phyllanthus heyneanus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus heyneanus?

Tropical forests

What are the uses of Phyllanthus heyneanus?

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