Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
utricularis
ID:
272976

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 101 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272308



Common Names

  • Utricularis Phyllanthus
  • Utricularis Leaf Flower
  • Utricularis Leaf


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus utricularis 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 utricularis 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 utricularis 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 utricularis

Phyllanthus utricularis 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 utricularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus utricularis?

Phyllanthus utricularis

What is the common name of Phyllanthus utricularis?

Utricular Leaf

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus utricularis?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155102: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.