Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
raynalii
ID:
272610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel & J.P.Roux

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 14: 387 (1984 publ. 1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271942



Common Names

  • Raynalii Phyllanthus
  • Raynalii Leaf Phyllanthus
  • Raynalii Leaf Flowering Phyllanthus


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Description

Phyllanthus raynalii (also called Raynalii 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 raynalii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus raynalii is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus raynalii 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 raynalii

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

Phyllanthus raynalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus raynalii?

Phyllanthus raynalii

What is the family of Phyllanthus raynalii?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus raynalii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-154764: Based on the initial data import
Jacobus Petrus Roux (1954-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Roux' in the authors string.
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.