Phyllanthus cauticola - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cauticola
ID:
271370
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 11: 151 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270702
Common Names
- Cauticola Phyllanthus
- Cauticola Leaf Flower
- Cauticola Leaf Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllanthus cauticola (also called Cauticola Phyllanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa and grows in dry, open forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus cauticola has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It has also been used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus cauticola has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a single stem.
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Phyllanthus cauticola is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Phyllanthus cauticola
Phyllanthus cauticola is found in tropical regions of South America.
Phyllanthus cauticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus cauticola?
Phyllanthus cauticola
What type of plant is Phyllanthus cauticola?
Phyllanthus cauticola is an evergreen shrub.
Where does Phyllanthus cauticola grow?
Phyllanthus cauticola is native to tropical Africa.
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-153568: Based on the initial data import
John T. Hunter (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Hunter' in the authors string.
Jeremy Bruhl (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Bruhl' in the authors string.