Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sericeus
ID:
272747

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 390 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272079



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus sericeus
  • Silky Phyllanthus
  • Silky Spurflower


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus sericeus (Blume) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion sericeum (Blume) Zoll. & Moritzi [unknown]
  • Glochidionopsis sericea Blume [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus sericeus (also called Silky 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 sericeus is used as an ornamental plant and as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus sericeus 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 sericeus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but needs regular watering during the growing season. It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Phyllanthus sericeus

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

Phyllanthus sericeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus sericeus?

Phyllanthus sericeus

What is the family of Phyllanthus sericeus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus sericeus?

Silky 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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:354669-1: Based on the initial data import