Phyllanthus jaubertii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jaubertii
ID:
271911
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vieill. & Guillaumin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot., Caen ii. Mem. No. 3, 9 [1928?], descr.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271243
Common Names
- Jaubertii Phyllanthus
- Jaubertii's Phyllanthus
- Jauberti Phyllanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllanthus jaubertii (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 jaubertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phyllanthus jaubertii var. jaubertiiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllanthus jaubertii 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 jaubertii 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 jaubertii
Phyllanthus jaubertii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.
Phyllanthus jaubertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus jaubertii?
Phyllanthus jaubertii
What type of plant is Phyllanthus jaubertii?
A shrub
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus jaubertii?
It is native to Madagascar
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-154085: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Eugène Vieillard (1819-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vieill.' in the authors string.