Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
latifolius
ID:
271999

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. Occid. 2: 1109 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271331



Common Names

  • Latifolius Phyllanthus
  • Glandular Phyllanthus
  • Cup-Leaf Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus isolepis Urb. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla asplenifolia (L'Hér.) Salisb. [unknown]
  • Xylophylla latifolia L. [unknown]
  • Diasperus latifolius (L.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Genesiphylla asplenifolia L'Hér. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus latifolius (also called 'Broad-Leaved Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus latifolius 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 flowers of Phyllanthus latifolius are small, yellow in colour and have no petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus latifolius is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Phyllanthus latifolius

Phyllanthus latifolius can be found in tropical regions of India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus latifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus latifolius?

Phyllanthus latifolius

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus latifolius?

Tropical and subtropical regions

What is the growth habit of Phyllanthus latifolius?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

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-154168: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.