Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
velutinus
ID:
272991

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 387 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272323



Common Names

  • Velvet Leaf
  • Velvet-Leaf Phyllanthus
  • Velvetleaf Phyllanthus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus asperus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus nepalensis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Bradleia ovata Wall. [unknown]
  • Diasperus asperus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus nepalensis (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus velutinus (Wight) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eriococcus glaucescens Zoll. [unknown]
  • Glochidion asperum (Müll.Arg.) Bedd. [unknown]
  • Glochidion heyneanum (Wight & Arn.) Wight [unknown]
  • Glochidion nepalense (Müll.Arg.) Kurz [unknown]
  • Glochidion velutinum Wight [unknown]
  • Gynoon heyneanum Wight & Arn. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus velutinus 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 flowers of Phyllanthus velutinus are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus velutinus 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 velutinus

Phyllanthus velutinus 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 velutinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus velutinus?

Phyllanthus velutinus

What is the family of Phyllanthus velutinus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllanthus velutinus?

West Africa

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

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:354828-1: Based on the initial data import