Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pierlotii
ID:
837056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 354 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836391



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus pierlotii
  • Pierlotii Phyllanthus
  • Pierlotii Leaf Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus pierlotii (also called Pierlot's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Phyllanthaceae. It has a short stem and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus pierlotii is used medicinally to treat fever, stomach ache, and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllanthus pierlotii has small, white flowers with yellow and pink stripes. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus pierlotii is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Phyllanthus pierlotii

Phyllanthus pierlotii is found in the tropical forests of Central Africa.

Phyllanthus pierlotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus pierlotii?

Phyllanthus pierlotii

What is the family of Phyllanthus pierlotii?

Euphorbiaceae

Where is Phyllanthus pierlotii found?

Madagascar

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-373674: Based on the initial data import
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.