Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
orbiculatus
ID:
272370

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1792

Citation Micro:
Actes Soc. Hist. Nat. Paris 1: 113 (1792)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271702



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus orbiculatus
  • Round-leaf Phyllanthus
  • Round-leaved Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus orbiculatus lignescens Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus orbiculatus acutifolius (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus orbiculatus intermedius Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus poiretianus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus orbiculatus rupestris Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus poiretianus acutifolius Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Diasperus orbiculatus (Rich.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Orbicularia orbiculata (Kunth) Moldenke [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus orbiculatus genuinus Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus orbiculatus (also called 'Round-fruited Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It typically grows in moist forests, swamps, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus orbiculatus 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 orbiculatus 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 orbiculatus 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 orbiculatus

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

Phyllanthus orbiculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus orbiculatus?

Phyllanthus orbiculatus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus orbiculatus?

Circular Phyllanthus

Where is Phyllanthus orbiculatus 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,

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