Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sellowianus
ID:
272739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 37 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272071



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus sellowianus
  • Sellow's Phyllanthus
  • Sellow's Spurflower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus ziziphoides Baill. ex Gibert [unknown]
  • Asterandra sellowiana Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Diasperus sellowianus (Klotzsch) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus sellowianus (also called Sellow'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 sellowianus 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 sellowianus 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 sellowianus is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Phyllanthus sellowianus

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

Phyllanthus sellowianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus sellowianus?

Phyllanthus sellowianus

What is the family of Phyllanthus sellowianus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus sellowianus?

Sellow'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-154884: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.