Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
macrophyllus
ID:
272105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 370 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271437



Common Names

  • Macrophyllus Phyllanthus
  • Macrophyl Phyllanthus
  • Macrophyllus Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Bradleia macrophylla Labill. [unknown]
  • Diasperus macrophyllus (Labill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion macphersonii Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]
  • Glochidion macrophyllum (Labill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus macrophyllus (also called Large-leaved 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 macrophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus macrophyllus are small, yellow 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 macrophyllus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Phyllanthus macrophyllus

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

Phyllanthus macrophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus macrophyllus?

Phyllanthus macrophyllus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus macrophyllus?

Large-leaved Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus macrophyllus?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

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

Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:354204-1: Based on the initial data import