Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
neblinae
ID:
272271

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jabl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 107 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271603



Common Names

  • Neblinae Phyllanthus
  • Neblinae Leaf Flower
  • Neblinae's Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus neblinae (also called Neblina's 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 neblinae 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 neblinae 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 neblinae 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 neblinae

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

Phyllanthus neblinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus neblinae?

Phyllanthus neblinae

What is the family of Phyllanthus neblinae?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus neblinae?

Neblinae 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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