Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oligospermus
ID:
272360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 9: 93 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271692



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus oligospermus
  • Oligospermus Phyllanthus
  • Oligospermus's Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus oligospermus (also called Oligospermus Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It grows in moist forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus oligospermus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, jaundice, and dysentery.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus oligospermus sub. oligospermus
Phyllanthus oligospermus sub. donanensis T.Kuros.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus oligospermus 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 oligospermus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of the branches. The cuttings should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Phyllanthus oligospermus

Phyllanthus oligospermus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Phyllanthus oligospermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus oligospermus?

Phyllanthus oligospermus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus oligospermus?

Few-seeded Phyllanthus

Where is Phyllanthus oligospermus found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

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-154520: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.