Phyllanthus microphyllinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphyllinus
ID:
272183
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 2: 332 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271515
Common Names
- Microphyllinus Phyllanthus
- Microphyllinus Leaf Flower
- Microphyllinus Leaf-Flower
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- Diasperus microphyllinus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Phyllanthus microphyllinus (also called 'Small-leaved 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 microphyllinus 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllanthus microphyllinus 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 of Phyllanthus microphyllinus 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 microphyllinus
Phyllanthus microphyllinus is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Phyllanthus microphyllinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus microphyllinus?
Phyllanthus microphyllinus
What is the family of Phyllanthus microphyllinus?
Phyllanthaceae
What is the common name of Phyllanthus microphyllinus?
Microphyllinus 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-154348: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.