Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
incurvus
ID:
271878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. : 24 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271210



Common Names

  • Incurvus Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Incurvus
  • Phyllanthus Incurvus Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus capensis Spreng. ex Sond. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus genistoides Sond. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus multicaulis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Diasperus genistodes (Sond.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus incurvus (Thunb.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus multicaulis (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus incurvus (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 incurvus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus incurvus 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 incurvus is a shrub or small tree that is native to Peru. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plant should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Phyllanthus incurvus

Phyllanthus incurvus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Phyllanthus incurvus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus incurvus?

Phyllanthus incurvus

What are the common names of Phyllanthus incurvus?

Curved Phyllanthus, Curved Hedge Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus incurvus?

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,

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