Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
serpentinicola
ID:
272749

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 320 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272081



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus serpentinicola
  • Serpentine Phyllanthus
  • Serpentine Spurflower


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Description

Phyllanthus serpentinicola (also called Serpentine 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 serpentinicola 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 serpentinicola 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 serpentinicola can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Phyllanthus serpentinicola

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

Phyllanthus serpentinicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus serpentinicola?

Phyllanthus serpentinicola

What is the family of Phyllanthus serpentinicola?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus serpentinicola?

Serpentine-loving 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-154893: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.