Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Icon. Bogor. : t. 263 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272223
Common Names
- Tenuirhachis Phyllanthus
- Tenuirhachis Leaf Phyllanthus
- Tenuirhachis Leafed Phyllanthus
Description
Phyllanthus tenuirhachis (also called Tenuirhachis Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is typically found in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus tenuirhachis is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllanthus tenuirhachis is a small, white or yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus tenuirhachis is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Phyllanthus tenuirhachis
Phyllanthus tenuirhachis can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Phyllanthus tenuirhachis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus tenuirhachis?
Phyllanthus tenuirhachis
What is the common name of Phyllanthus tenuirhachis?
Tenuirhachis
What is the habitat of Phyllanthus tenuirhachis?
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,