Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
simplicicaulis
ID:
272778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 38 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272110



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus simplicicaulis
  • Simple-stem Phyllanthus
  • Simple-stem Spurflower


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus simplicicaulis (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus simplicicaulis (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 simplicicaulis 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 simplicicaulis 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 simplicicaulis 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 simplicicaulis

Phyllanthus simplicicaulis can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Phyllanthus simplicicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus simplicicaulis?

Phyllanthus simplicicaulis

What is the family of Phyllanthus simplicicaulis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus simplicicaulis?

Simple-stemmed 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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