Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
standleyi
ID:
272806

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 13: 199 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272138



Common Names

  • Standley's Phyllanthus
  • Standley Phyllanthus
  • Standley's Leaf Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus perpusillus Standl. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus standleyi (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 standleyi 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 standleyi 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 standleyi is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but needs regular watering during the growing season. It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Phyllanthus standleyi

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

Phyllanthus standleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus standleyi?

Phyllanthus standleyi

What is the common name of Phyllanthus standleyi?

Standley's Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus standleyi?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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-154947: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.