Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
hortensis
ID:
271849

Status:
valid

Authors:
Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 177 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271181



Common Names

  • Hortensis Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Hortensis
  • Phyllanthus Hortensis Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus hortensis (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 hortensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used as a vegetable in some parts of India. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, skin diseases, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus hortensis 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 hortensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Phyllanthus hortensis

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

Phyllanthus hortensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus hortensis?

Phyllanthus hortensis

What are the common names of Phyllanthus hortensis?

Garden Phyllanthus, Garden Hedge Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus hortensis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina

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-154027: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.