Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
stellatus
ID:
272807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Retz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. 5: 29 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272139



Common Names

  • Stellate Phyllanthus
  • Star Phyllanthus
  • Star Leaf Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus jussieuianus (Wight) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Diasperus jussieuianus (Wight) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus stellatus (Retz.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion jussieuianum (Wight) Thwaites [unknown]
  • Glochidion rigidum (A.Juss.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Glochidion stellatum (Retz.) Bedd. [unknown]
  • Glochidion thwaitesii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Gynoon jussieuianum Wight [unknown]
  • Gynoon rigidum A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Gynoon tetrandrum D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Gynoon triandrum Wight & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus stellatus (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 stellatus 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 stellatus 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 stellatus 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 stellatus

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

Phyllanthus stellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus stellatus?

Phyllanthus stellatus

What is the common name of Phyllanthus stellatus?

Star-shaped Phyllanthus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus stellatus?

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,