Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
myrsinites
ID:
272250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 111 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271582



Common Names

  • Myrsinites Phyllanthus
  • Myrsinite Phyllanthus
  • Myrsinite Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus myrsinites (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus myrsinites (also called Myrsinites' 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 myrsinites is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus myrsinites sub. myrsinites
Phyllanthus myrsinites sub. platyphyllus G.L.Webster ex Secco

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus myrsinites is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus myrsinites 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 myrsinites

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

Phyllanthus myrsinites FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus myrsinites?

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What is the family of Phyllanthus myrsinites?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus myrsinites?

Myrsinites 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,

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