Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
272207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Flora 47: 513 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271539



Common Names

  • Mirabilis Phyllanthus
  • Wonderful Phyllanthus
  • Miracle Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthodendron mirabile (Müll.Arg.) Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Diasperus mirabilis (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus mirabilis (also called 'Miracle 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 mirabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus mirabilis 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 mirabilis 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 mirabilis

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

Phyllanthus mirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mirabilis?

Phyllanthus mirabilis

What is the common name of Phyllanthus mirabilis?

Miracle Leaf

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mirabilis?

Tropical forests

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