Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tireliae
ID:
272917

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Schmid

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 17: 246 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272249



Common Names

  • Tireliae Phyllanthus
  • Tireliae Leaf Flower
  • Tireliae Leaf


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Description

Phyllanthus tireliae (also called Tireliae 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 tireliae 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 tireliae 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 tireliae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Phyllanthus tireliae

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

Phyllanthus tireliae FAQ

What are the common names for Phyllanthus tireliae?

Tirelia Bead Tree

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus tireliae?

Dry deciduous forests

What are the uses of Phyllanthus tireliae?

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-155049: Based on the initial data import
Maurice Schmid (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Schmid' in the authors string.