Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Florence) W.L.Wagner & Lorence
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 4: 90 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922361
Common Names
- Wilder's Phyllanthus
- Wilder Phyllanthus
- Wilder's Phyllanthus Plant
Description
Phyllanthus wilderi (also called Wilder'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 wilderi is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus wilderi has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and circular. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus wilderi 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 wilderi
Phyllanthus wilderi 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,