Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ornatus
ID:
272378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz ex Teijsm. & Binn.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 390 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271710



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus ornatus
  • Ornate Phyllanthus
  • Ornate Round-leaf Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus ornatus (Kurz ex Teijsm. & Binn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion ornatum Kurz ex Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus ornatus (also called 'Ornate 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 ornatus 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 ornatus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus ornatus 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 ornatus

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

Phyllanthus ornatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus ornatus?

Phyllanthus ornatus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus ornatus?

Ornate Phyllanthus

Where is Phyllanthus ornatus 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

Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:354395-1: Based on the initial data import