Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(2): 369 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270412
Common Names
- Phyllanthus acutissimus
- Acutissimus Phyllanthus
- Acutissimus Star-thistle
Synonyms
- Phyllanthus curtipes Airy Shaw [unknown]
- Scepasma longifolia Hassk. [unknown]
- Diasperus acutissimus (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Scepasma longifolium Hassk. [unknown]
Description
Phyllanthus acutissimus (also called Acutissimus Phyllanthus, 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 acutissimus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllanthus acutissimus are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus acutissimus 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 acutissimus
Phyllanthus acutissimus can be found in the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
Phyllanthus acutissimus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus acutissimus?
Phyllanthus acutissimus
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus acutissimus?
Tropical rainforests of India, China, and Southeast Asia
What is the flowering season of Phyllanthus acutissimus?
April to May
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,