Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sphaerogynus
ID:
272796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 375 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272128



Common Names

  • Phyllanthus sphaerogynus
  • Round-fruited Phyllanthus
  • Round-fruited Spurflower


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Synonyms

  • Glochidion mandakatense Kalita & Borthakur [unknown]
  • Diasperus sphaerogynus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus sphaerogynus (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 sphaerogynus 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

Phyllanthus sphaerogynus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus sphaerogynus 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 sphaerogynus

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

Phyllanthus sphaerogynus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus sphaerogynus?

Phyllanthus sphaerogynus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus sphaerogynus?

Sphaerogynus

What is the habitat of Phyllanthus sphaerogynus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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,