Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
loranthoides
ID:
272080

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 2: 238 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271412



Common Names

  • Loranthoides Phyllanthus
  • Loranthoid Phyllanthus
  • Loranthoides Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus loranthoides (Baill.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus loranthoides (also called Loranthus-like Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It is found in moist woods and thickets. It has a single stem with a spathe and spadix, and a single leaf composed of three leaflets. The leaflets are green and have a mottled pattern.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus loranthoides 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus loranthoides var. loranthoides
Phyllanthus loranthoides var. longifolius M.Schmid
Phyllanthus loranthoides var. ripicola M.Schmid

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus loranthoides are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are tiny, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus loranthoides is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings can be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Phyllanthus loranthoides

Phyllanthus loranthoides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Phyllanthus loranthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus loranthoides?

Phyllanthus loranthoides

What type of plant is Phyllanthus loranthoides?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus loranthoides?

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,

References