Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 316 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271360
Common Names
- Leucocalyx Phyllanthus
- Leucocaly Phyllanthus
- Leucocalyx Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus leucocalyx (also called 'White-Barked 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 leucocalyx is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllanthus leucocalyx is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus leucocalyx 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 leucocalyx
Phyllanthus leucocalyx can be found in tropical regions of India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Phyllanthus leucocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus leucocalyx?
Phyllanthus leucocalyx
What type of plant is Phyllanthus leucocalyx?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus leucocalyx?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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,