Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
natoensis
ID:
272269

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Schmid

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 17: 171 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271601



Common Names

  • Natoensis Phyllanthus
  • Nato Leaf Flower
  • Nato Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus natoensis (also called Nato'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 natoensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus natoensis is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus natoensis 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 natoensis

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

Phyllanthus natoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus natoensis?

Phyllanthus natoensis

What is the family of Phyllanthus natoensis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus natoensis?

Natoensis 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-154434: Based on the initial data import
Maurice Schmid (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Schmid' in the authors string.