Phyllanthus warnockii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
warnockii
ID:
837180
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Webster
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 25: 235 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836515
Common Names
- Phyllanthus warnockii
- Warnock's Phyllanthus
- Warnockii Phyllanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllanthus warnockii (also called Warnock's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus warnockii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Phyllanthus warnockii flower is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus warnockii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Phyllanthus warnockii
Phyllanthus warnockii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Phyllanthus warnockii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus warnockii?
Phyllanthus warnockii
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus warnockii?
It is found in the tropical rainforest of Colombia
What is the flowering period of Phyllanthus warnockii?
It flowers from April to June
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-373795: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.