Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oxycarpus
ID:
272385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 1270 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271717



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus oxycarpus
  • Sharp-fruit Phyllanthus
  • Sharp-fruited Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus oxycarpus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus oxycarpus (also called 'Sharp-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 oxycarpus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, jaundice, and urinary tract infections. It is also used as a diuretic, laxative, and digestive aid.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus oxycarpus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves that are green on the top and lighter on the bottom.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus oxycarpus 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 oxycarpus

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

Phyllanthus oxycarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus oxycarpus?

Phyllanthus oxycarpus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus oxycarpus?

Sharp-fruited Phyllanthus

Where is Phyllanthus oxycarpus 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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