Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mitchellii
ID:
272210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 103 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271542



Common Names

  • Mitchell's Leaf Flower
  • Mitchellii Phyllanthus
  • Mitchell's Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Micrantheum nervosum Pancher ex Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Micrantheum triandrum Hook. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus triandrus (Hook.) Druce [illegitimate]
  • Bradleia acuminata Wall. [unknown]
  • Bridelia acuminata Wall. [unknown]
  • Glochidion triandrum triandrum [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus mitchellii (also called 'Mitchell'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 mitchellii 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 mitchellii 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 mitchellii 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 mitchellii

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

Phyllanthus mitchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mitchellii?

Phyllanthus mitchellii

What is the common name of Phyllanthus mitchellii?

Mitchell's Leaf

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mitchellii?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-154375: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.