Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
urinaria
ID:
272970

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 982 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272302



Common Names

  • Urinaria Phyllanthus
  • Urinaria Leaf Flower
  • Urinaria Leaf


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus echinatus Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus muricatus Wall. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus verrucosus Elmer [illegitimate]
  • Phyllanthus urinaria oblongifolius Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus urinaria laevis Haines [unknown]
  • Diasperus urinaria (L.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus urinaria (also called Urinaria Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa. It has single, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and prefers partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus urinaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus urinaria sub. urinaria
Phyllanthus urinaria sub. nudicarpus Rossignol & Haicour

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus urinaria 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 urinaria 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 urinaria

Phyllanthus urinaria is native to tropical America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It can be found in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet areas.

Phyllanthus urinaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus urinaria?

Phyllanthus urinaria

What is the common name of Phyllanthus urinaria?

Urinaria Leaf

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus urinaria?

Tropical forests

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