Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mimosoides
ID:
272193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 27 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271525



Common Names

  • Mimosoides Phyllanthus
  • Mimosoides Leaf Flower
  • Mimosoides Leaf-Flower


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus mimosoides (Sw.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus mimosoides (also called 'Mimosa-like 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 mimosoides 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 mimosoides 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 mimosoides is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Phyllanthus mimosoides

Phyllanthus mimosoides is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus mimosoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mimosoides?

Phyllanthus mimosoides

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mimosoides?

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

What are the characteristics of Phyllanthus mimosoides?

Phyllanthus mimosoides 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,

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