Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sieboldianus
ID:
1333672

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Kuros.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 91(2): 119. 2016 [20 Apr 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346126





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Description

Phyllanthus sieboldianus (also called Sieboldianus Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Japan, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It typically grows up to 0.3-0.5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus sieboldianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make tea. The leaves of this plant can be used as a salad green.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus sieboldianus are white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus sieboldianus is a terrestrial orchid native to Japan. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, acidic potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs in the spring.

Where to Find Phyllanthus sieboldianus

Phyllanthus sieboldianus is native to the tropical rainforests of Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Phyllanthus sieboldianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus sieboldianus?

Phyllanthus sieboldianus

What are the common names of Phyllanthus sieboldianus?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus sieboldianus?

Tropical rainforest

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

Takahide Kurosawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Kuros.' in the authors string.