Phyllanthus orinocensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
272377
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 321 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271709
Common Names
- Phyllanthus orinocensis
- Orinoco Phyllanthus
- Orinoco Round-leaf Phyllanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllanthus orinocensis (also called 'Orinoco 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 orinocensis 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 orinocensis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Phyllanthus orinocensis 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 orinocensis
Phyllanthus orinocensis is native to Colombia.
Phyllanthus orinocensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus orinocensis?
Phyllanthus orinocensis
What is the common name of Phyllanthus orinocensis?
Orinoco Phyllanthus
Where is Phyllanthus orinocensis 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-154538: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.