Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
poeppigianus
ID:
272505

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 323 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271837



Common Names

  • Poeppigianus
  • Tropical Leaf Flower
  • Indian Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus prunifolius Rusby [unknown]
  • Diasperus poeppigianus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion poeppigianum Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus poeppigianus (also called Poeppig's Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus poeppigianus 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 poeppigianus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in small, globular heads. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus poeppigianus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet (2 m) in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Phyllanthus poeppigianus

Phyllanthus poeppigianus is found in tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Phyllanthus poeppigianus FAQ

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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,

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