Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
muellerianus
ID:
272238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) Exell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Cat. Vasc. Pl. S. Tomé : 290 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271570



Common Names

  • Muellerianus Phyllanthus
  • Mueller's Phyllanthus
  • Mueller's Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Kirganelia floribunda Baill. [illegitimate]
  • Phyllanthus floribundus Müll.Arg. [illegitimate]
  • Diasperus muellerianus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus muellerianus (also called Mueller'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 muellerianus 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 muellerianus 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 muellerianus is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Phyllanthus muellerianus

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

Phyllanthus muellerianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus muellerianus?

Phyllanthus muellerianus

What is the family of Phyllanthus muellerianus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus muellerianus?

Mueller'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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-154404: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.