Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
itatiaiensis
ID:
271899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brade

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 15: 9 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271231



Common Names

  • Itatiaiensis Leaf Flower
  • Phyllanthus Itatiaiensis
  • Phyllanthus Itatiaiensis Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus itatiaiensis (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 itatiaiensis 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 itatiaiensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus itatiaiensis is a shrub or small tree that is native to Brazil. 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 itatiaiensis

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

Phyllanthus itatiaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus itatiaiensis?

Phyllanthus itatiaiensis

What type of plant is Phyllanthus itatiaiensis?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus itatiaiensis?

It is native to Brazil

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,