Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
rheedei
ID:
272630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 5: t. 1895 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271962



Common Names

  • Rheedei Phyllanthus
  • Rheedei Leaf Phyllanthus
  • Rheedei Leaf Flowering Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus flaccidus Thwaites [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus kozhikodianus Sivar. & Manilal [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus rheedei hispidus (Gamble) M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus macraei hispidus Gamble [unknown]
  • Diasperus rheedei (Wight) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus rheedei (also called wild eggplant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short, crooked trunk. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It prefers dry and semi-dry habitats and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus rheedei 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 rheedei 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 rheedei is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet (1 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 rheedei

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

Phyllanthus rheedei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus rheedei?

Phyllanthus rheedei

What is the common name of Phyllanthus rheedei?

Rheede's leafy spurge

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus rheedei?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia

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-154782: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.