Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
thulinii
ID:
272906

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35: 774 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272238



Common Names

  • Thulinii Phyllanthus
  • Thulinii Leaf Flower
  • Thulinii Leaf


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Description

Phyllanthus thulinii (also called Thulinii 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 thulinii 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 thulinii 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 thulinii 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 thulinii

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

Phyllanthus thulinii FAQ

What are the common names for Phyllanthus thulinii?

Thulin's Bead Tree

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus thulinii?

Dry deciduous forests

What are the uses of Phyllanthus thulinii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155038: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.