Status:
valid
Authors:
Jean F.Brunel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 377 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837802
Common Names
- Mindouli Leaf Flower
- Mindouli Phyllanthus
- Phyllanthus Mindouliensis
Description
Phyllanthus mindouliensis (also called Mindouli Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Congo. It has a thick, fleshy rhizome and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus mindouliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllanthus mindouliensis are small, yellowish-green in color, and have a funnel-shaped structure. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves and multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus mindouliensis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spreading habit. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Phyllanthus mindouliensis
Phyllanthus mindouliensis is native to Cameroon and can be found in moist, lowland forests.
Phyllanthus mindouliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mindouliensis?
Phyllanthus mindouliensis
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mindouliensis?
It is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia.
What is the growth habit of Phyllanthus mindouliensis?
It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters.
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,