Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
purpusii
ID:
272585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 55 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271917



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus purpusii
  • Purpus' Phyllanthus
  • Purpus' Round-leaf Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus purpusii (also called Purpusii 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 purpusii 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

Phyllanthus purpusii has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus purpusii is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Phyllanthus purpusii

Phyllanthus purpusii can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Phyllanthus purpusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus purpusii?

Phyllanthus purpusii

What is the family of Phyllanthus purpusii?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus purpusii?

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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