Phyllanthus involutus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involutus
ID:
271892
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 155 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271224
Common Names
- Involute Phyllanthus
- Involutus Phyllanthus
- Involutus's Phyllanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllanthus involutus (also called Balsam Apple, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus involutus 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 flowers of Phyllanthus involutus are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus involutus is a shrub or small tree that is native to Indonesia. 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 involutus
Phyllanthus involutus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.
Phyllanthus involutus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus involutus?
Phyllanthus involutus
What are the common names of Phyllanthus involutus?
Involute Phyllanthus, Involute Hedge Nettle
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus involutus?
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-154068: Based on the initial data import
John T. Hunter (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Hunter' in the authors string.
Jeremy Bruhl (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Bruhl' in the authors string.