Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
chamaecerasus
ID:
271382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 2: 235 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270714

Common Names

  • Chamaecerasus Phyllanthus
  • Chamaecerasus Leaf Flower
  • Chamaecerasus Leaf Flower

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Synonyms

  • Diasperus chamaecerasus (Baill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion chamaecerasus (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus (also called Chamaecerasus 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 chamaecerasus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus var. chamaecerasus
Phyllanthus chamaecerasus for. ripicola (Guillaumin) M.Schmid
Phyllanthus chamaecerasus var. vieillardii (Baill.) M.Schmid
Phyllanthus chamaecerasus var. intermedius M.Schmid
Phyllanthus chamaecerasus var. longipedicellatus M.Schmid
Phyllanthus chamaecerasus var. aoupinieensis M.Schmid
Phyllanthus chamaecerasus var. meoriensis M.Schmid

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus chamaecerasus is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus 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 chamaecerasus

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus is found in tropical regions of South America.

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus chamaecerasus?

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus

What type of plant is Phyllanthus chamaecerasus?

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Phyllanthus chamaecerasus grow?

Phyllanthus chamaecerasus 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