Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
thomsonii
ID:
272904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 375 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272236



Common Names

  • Thomsonii Phyllanthus
  • Thomsonii Leaf Flower
  • Thomsonii Leaf


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Synonyms

  • Diasperus thomsonii (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion rubidulum T.L.Chin [unknown]
  • Glochidion thomsonii (Müll.Arg.) Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus thomsonii (also called Thomsonii 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 thomsonii 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 thomsonii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus thomsonii is a herbaceous perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Phyllanthus thomsonii

Phyllanthus thomsonii can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Phyllanthus thomsonii FAQ

What are the common names for Phyllanthus thomsonii?

Thomson's Bead Tree

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus thomsonii?

Dry deciduous forests

What are the uses of Phyllanthus thomsonii?

Medicinal, ornamental, and shade tree

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,