Status:
valid
Authors:
Retz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. 5: 29 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272093
Common Names
- Phyllanthus simplex
- Simple Phyllanthus
- Simple Spurflower
Synonyms
- Macraea oblongifolia Wight [unknown]
- Melanthesa anceps (Vahl) Miq. [unknown]
- Melanthesa rupestris Miq. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus anceps Vahl [unknown]
- Phyllanthus beckleri Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus conterminus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus eboracensis S.Moore [unknown]
- Phyllanthus filicaulis Benth. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus minutiflorus F.Muell. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus minutiflorus gracillimus Benth. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus miquelianus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus pedunculatus Kostel. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus pratensis Pancher ex Baill. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex filicaulis (Benth.) Domin [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex gracillimus Domin [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex leiospermus Benth. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex minutiflorus (F.Muell. ex Müll.Arg.) Domin [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex myrtifolius Domin [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex pinifolius Domin [unknown]
- Phyllanthus trachygyne Benth. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus virgatus hirtellus Airy Shaw [unknown]
- Phyllanthus weinlandii K.Schum. [unknown]
- Diasperus beckleri (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Diasperus conterminus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Diasperus depressus Kuntze [unknown]
- Diasperus minutiflorus (F.Muell. ex Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Diasperus miquelianus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Diasperus pedunculatus (Kostel.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex leiospermus (Benth.) Domin [unknown]
- Phyllanthus simplex genuinus Mull.Arg. [unknown]
Description
Phyllanthus simplex (also called Rock Spurge, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in dry, open areas, often on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus simplex 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 simplex 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus simplex 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 simplex
Phyllanthus simplex can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Phyllanthus simplex FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus simplex?
Phyllanthus simplex
What is the family of Phyllanthus simplex?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the common name of Phyllanthus simplex?
Simple leaf flower
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