Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mimicus
ID:
272190

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 176: 52 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271522



Common Names

  • Mimicus Phyllanthus
  • Mimicus Leaf Flower
  • Mimicus Leaf-Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus mimicus (also called 'Mimic 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 mimicus 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 mimicus 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 mimicus 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 mimicus

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

Phyllanthus mimicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mimicus?

Phyllanthus mimicus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mimicus?

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

What are the characteristics of Phyllanthus mimicus?

Phyllanthus mimicus 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-154354: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.