Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mieschii
ID:
272188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel & J.P.Roux

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 11: 87 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271520



Common Names

  • Mieschii Phyllanthus
  • Miesch's Leaf Flower
  • Miesch's Leaf-Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus mieschii (also called 'Miesch's 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 mieschii 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 mieschii 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

Phyllanthus mieschii is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Phyllanthus mieschii

Phyllanthus mieschii is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus mieschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mieschii?

Phyllanthus mieschii

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mieschii?

Phyllanthus mieschii is found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the characteristics of Phyllanthus mieschii?

Phyllanthus mieschii is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers.

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-154352: Based on the initial data import
Jacobus Petrus Roux (1954-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Roux' in the authors string.
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.