Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sincorensis
ID:
492879

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 5: 15 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492211



Common Names

  • Sincorensis Phyllanthus
  • Sincorensis Leaf Flower
  • Sincorensis Leaf-Flower


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Description

Phyllanthus sincorensis (also called Sincore Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist forests and along streams in valleys and mountains. It has a rounded crown and pendulous branches, and its leaves are ovate and serrate. The flowers are yellow and bell-shaped, and the fruits are drupes.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus sincorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus sincorensis is yellow and tubular. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus sincorensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Phyllanthus sincorensis

Phyllanthus sincorensis can be found in tropical areas of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Phyllanthus sincorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus sincorensis?

Phyllanthus sincorensis

What type of plant is Phyllanthus sincorensis?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Phyllanthus sincorensis native to?

Brazil

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-258055: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.