Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pterocladus
ID:
272565

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 400 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271897



Common Names

  • Pterocladus
  • Tropical Leaf Flower
  • Indian Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus kaalaensis Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus pterocladus (also called Pterocladus Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub that can grow up to 1m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of the Americas and is found in wet forests and woodlands. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic, and its flowers are yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus pterocladus is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus pterocladus is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Phyllanthus pterocladus: This plant is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Phyllanthus pterocladus

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

Phyllanthus pterocladus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus pterocladus?

Phyllanthus pterocladus

What is the family of Phyllanthus pterocladus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus pterocladus?

Tropical rainforest

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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