Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tsetserrae
ID:
272949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 310 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272281



Common Names

  • Minamitanii Arisaema
  • Minamitanii Cobra Lily
  • Minamitanii Jack-in-the-Pulpit


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Description

Phyllanthus tsetserrae (also called Tsetserrae 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 tsetserrae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus tsetserrae is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus tsetserrae 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 tsetserrae

Phyllanthus tsetserrae is native to tropical Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania. It can be found in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet areas.

Phyllanthus tsetserrae FAQ

What are the common names for Phyllanthus tsetserrae?

Tsetserrae Bead Tree

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus tsetserrae?

Dry deciduous forests

What are the uses of Phyllanthus tsetserrae?

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-155078: Based on the initial data import
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.