Status:
valid
Authors:
Guillaumin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Mém. 2(3): 17 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272142
Common Names
- Stenophyllous Phyllanthus
- Narrow Leaf Phyllanthus
- Narrow Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus stenophyllus (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 stenophyllus 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 stenophyllus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus stenophyllus 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 stenophyllus
Phyllanthus stenophyllus can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Phyllanthus stenophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus stenophyllus?
Phyllanthus stenophyllus
What is the common name of Phyllanthus stenophyllus?
Narrow Leaf Phyllanthus
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus stenophyllus?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,