Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
websteri
ID:
923027

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fosberg) W.L.Wagner & Lorence

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 4: 90 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922362



Common Names

  • Webster's Phyllanthus
  • Webster Phyllanthus
  • Webster's Phyllanthus Plant


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Description

Phyllanthus websteri (also called Webster's Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus websteri is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus websteri is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus websteri is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in bright, indirect light. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Phyllanthus websteri

Phyllanthus websteri can be found in India.

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-467927: Based on the initial data import
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.