Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
serpentinus
ID:
272750

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 399 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272082



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus serpentinus
  • Serpentine Phyllanthus
  • Serpentine Spurflower


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Description

Phyllanthus serpentinus (also called Serpent 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 serpentinus 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 serpentinus 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 serpentinus 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 serpentinus

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

Phyllanthus serpentinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus serpentinus?

Phyllanthus serpentinus

What is the family of Phyllanthus serpentinus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus serpentinus?

Serpentine 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,

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