Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
moonii
ID:
272229

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thwaites) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 312 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271561



Common Names

  • Moonii Phyllanthus
  • Moon's Phyllanthus
  • Moon's Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus glaucogynus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus pubescens Moon [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus symplocoides Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Gynoon hirsutum Wight [unknown]
  • Diasperus glaucogynus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus symplocoides (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion glaucogynum (Müll.Arg.) Bedd. [unknown]
  • Glochidion montanum Thwaites [unknown]
  • Glochidion moonii Thwaites [unknown]
  • Glochidion moonii glaucogynum (Müll.Arg.) Alston [unknown]
  • Glochidion moonii glaucogynum (Müll.Arg.) Trimen [unknown]
  • Glochidion moonii moonii [unknown]
  • Glochidion symplocoides (Müll.Arg.) Bedd. [unknown]
  • Glochidium glaucogynum (Müll.Arg.) Bedd. [unknown]
  • Glochidium moonii glaucogynum (Müll.Arg.) Trimen [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus srilankanus Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus moonii (also called Moon's leaf flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus moonii 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 moonii 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 moonii 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 moonii

Phyllanthus moonii is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Phyllanthus moonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus moonii?

Phyllanthus moonii

What is the family of Phyllanthus moonii?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus moonii?

Moon's Phyllanthus

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

George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' 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:354297-1: Based on the initial data import