Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mollis
ID:
272217

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 387 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271549



Common Names

  • Mollis Phyllanthus
  • Soft Phyllanthus
  • Soft Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus tomentosus Noronha [unknown]
  • Bradleia blumei Steud. [unknown]
  • Diasperus mollis (Blume) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion molle Blume [unknown]
  • Glochidion villosum Miq. [unknown]
  • Glochihion molle Blume [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus mollis (also called 'Soft 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 mollis 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 mollis is yellow-green in color, and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus mollis 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 mollis

Phyllanthus mollis is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil. It is found in moist forests, especially in areas with limestone soils.

Phyllanthus mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus mollis?

Phyllanthus mollis

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus mollis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and China.

What are the uses of Phyllanthus mollis?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:354287-1: Based on the initial data import