Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Skeels
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bur. Pl. Industr. U.S.D.A. 148: 17 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270405
Common Names
- Phyllanthus acidus
- Acid Phyllanthus
- Acid Star-thistle
Synonyms
- Phyllanthus acidissimus (Blanco) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus cicca Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus cicca bracteosa Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus cochinchinensis (Lour.) Müll.Arg. [illegitimate]
- Phyllanthus distichus (L.) Müll.Arg. [illegitimate]
- Phyllanthus distichus nodiflorus (Lam.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus longifolius Lam. ex Poir. [unknown]
- Phyllanthus longifolius Jacq. [unknown]
- Averrhoa acida L. [unknown]
- Tricarium cochinchinense Lour. [unknown]
- Averrhoa acida L. [deprecated]
- Cicca acida (L.) Merr. [unknown]
- Cicca acidissima Blanco [unknown]
- Cicca disticha L. [unknown]
- Cicca nodiflora Lam. [unknown]
- Cicca racemosa Lour. [unknown]
- Diasperus acidissimus (Blanco) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Phyllanthus acidus (also called Otaheite Gooseberry, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist and wet soils, and can be found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus acidus is used to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phyllanthus distichus var. distichus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllanthus acidus are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus acidus is a perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Phyllanthus acidus
Phyllanthus acidus is native to the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas.
Phyllanthus acidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus acidus?
Phyllanthus acidus
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus acidus?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
What is the flower color of Phyllanthus acidus?
White or pink
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,