Status:
valid
Authors:
Poir.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 5: 299 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271574
Common Names
- Multiflorus Phyllanthus
- Many-Flowered Phyllanthus
- Many-Flower Phyllanthus
Synonyms
- Menarda pulchella Baill. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus grandiflorus Spreng. [unknown]
Description
Phyllanthus multiflorus (also called Many-flowered leaf flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub with pink flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus multiflorus 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 multiflorus is yellow-green in color, and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus multiflorus 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 multiflorus
Phyllanthus multiflorus is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Phyllanthus multiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus multiflorus?
Phyllanthus multiflorus
What is the family of Phyllanthus multiflorus?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the common name of Phyllanthus multiflorus?
Multiflorus 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,