Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
selbyi
ID:
272738

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 74 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272070



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus selbyi
  • Selby's Phyllanthus
  • Selby's Spurflower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus pinosius Urb. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus selbyi (also called Selby's Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. This plant grows in open, dry areas, and can be found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus selbyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus selbyi is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus selbyi 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 selbyi

Phyllanthus selbyi is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Phyllanthus selbyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus selbyi?

Phyllanthus selbyi

What is the family of Phyllanthus selbyi?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus selbyi?

Selby's leaf flower

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-154883: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.