Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
liesneri
ID:
492816

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 6: 26 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492148



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus liesneri
  • Liesner's Phyllanthus
  • Liesner's Triggerplant


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Description

Phyllanthus liesneri (also called Liesner's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical forests and along streams. It has yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus liesneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in revegetation projects. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus liesneri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus liesneri is a small shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can also be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to a year. It can also be propagated by layering or division.

Where to Find Phyllanthus liesneri

Phyllanthus liesneri can be found in tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in the Amazon basin.

Phyllanthus liesneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus liesneri?

Phyllanthus liesneri

What is the common name of Phyllanthus liesneri?

Liesner's Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus liesneri?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-258045: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.