Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
micromeris
ID:
272182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35: 769 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271514



Common Names

  • Micromeris Phyllanthus
  • Micromeris Leaf Flower
  • Micromeris Leaf-Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus micromeris (also called 'Small-fruited Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus micromeris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. The leaves are used as a vegetable and the fruits are eaten raw or cooked. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus micromeris var. mughessensis Radcl.-Sm.
Phyllanthus micromeris var. sesbanioides Radcl.-Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus micromeris is small, yellowish-green, with four petals and four sepals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Phyllanthus micromeris is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and kept in a warm, sunny location. Propagation can also be done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Phyllanthus micromeris

Phyllanthus micromeris is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus micromeris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus micromeris?

Phyllanthus micromeris

What is the family of Phyllanthus micromeris?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus micromeris?

Micromeris Phyllanthus

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-154344: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.