Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pentaphyllus
ID:
272444

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Wright ex Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Nachr. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Georg-Augusts-Univ. 1: 167 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271776



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus Pentaphyllus
  • Pentaphyllus Phyllanthus
  • Pentaphyllus Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus polyclados curassavicus Urb. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus pentaphyllus (also called Five-Leaved 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 pentaphyllus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus pentaphyllus sub. pentaphyllus
Phyllanthus pentaphyllus sub. polycladus (Urb.) G.L.Webster

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus pentaphyllus 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 pentaphyllus 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 pentaphyllus

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

Phyllanthus pentaphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus pentaphyllus?

Phyllanthus pentaphyllus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus pentaphyllus?

Pentaphyllous Phyllanthus

What is the family of Phyllanthus pentaphyllus?

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-154602: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.