Status:
valid
Authors:
Falcón & J.L.Gómez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 38: 2, figs. 1-4. 2017 [9 Jun 2017] (epublishd)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330811
Common Names
- Phyllanthus
- Phyllanthus
- Phialanthoides Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus phialanthoides (also called 'Phialanthoides Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has a spreading habit and small, ovate leaves. It can be found in open, disturbed areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus phialanthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus phialanthoides has white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings have a long, thin stem and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus phialanthoides is a small evergreen herbaceous perennial that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It is propagated from seed or cuttings, and prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5. It requires full sun and moderate to high levels of water. Pruning is recommended to maintain the shape of the plant.
Where to Find Phyllanthus phialanthoides
Phyllanthus phialanthoides is native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Phyllanthus phialanthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus phialanthoides?
Phyllanthus phialanthoides
What is the common name of Phyllanthus phialanthoides?
Phialanthoides Phyllanthus
What is the family of Phyllanthus phialanthoides?
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,