Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
longipedicellatus
ID:
919305

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.J.Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 229 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000918640



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus longipedicellatus
  • Long-Stalked Leaf Flower
  • Long-Stalked Leaf-Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus longipedicellatus (also called Long-pedicelled Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus longipedicellatus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus longipedicellatus is white or yellowish-white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus longipedicellatus is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a sterile, well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination can take up to several months.

Where to Find Phyllanthus longipedicellatus

Phyllanthus longipedicellatus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

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-464054: Based on the initial data import
Marcos José da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Silva' in the authors string.