Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pentandrus
ID:
272443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schumach. & Thonn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Beskr. Guin. Pl. : 419 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271775



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus Pentandrus
  • Pentandrus Phyllanthus
  • Pentandrus Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Menarda linifolia Baill. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus deflexus Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus dilatatus Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus linifolius Vahl ex Baill. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus linoides Hochst. ex Baill. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus piluliferus Fenzl [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus scoparius Welw. [unknown]
  • Diasperus pentandrus (Schumach. & Thonn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus scoparius (Welw.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus pentandrus (also called Five-Stamen Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus pentandrus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus pentandrus 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 pentandrus is a tropical shrub native to India. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of young branches and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Phyllanthus pentandrus

Phyllanthus pentandrus is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Phyllanthus pentandrus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus pentandrus?

Phyllanthus pentandrus

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Pentandrous Phyllanthus

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Euphorbiaceae

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-154601: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.