Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oppositifolius
ID:
272365

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill. ex Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 24 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271697



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus oppositifolius
  • Oppositifolius Phyllanthus
  • Oppositifolius's Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus oppositifolius (Baill. ex Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus oppositifolius (also called Opposite-leaved 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 oppositifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, jaundice, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus oppositifolius 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 oppositifolius is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The seeds will germinate in about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Phyllanthus oppositifolius

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

Phyllanthus oppositifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus oppositifolius?

Phyllanthus oppositifolius

What is the common name of Phyllanthus oppositifolius?

Opposite-leaved Phyllanthus

Where is Phyllanthus oppositifolius 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-154526: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.