Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cherrieri
ID:
271399

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Schmid

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 17: 278 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270731

Common Names

  • Cherrieri Phyllanthus
  • Cherrieri Leaf Flower
  • Cherrieri Leaf Flower

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Description

Phyllanthus cherrieri (also called Cherrieri 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 cherrieri is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus cherrieri 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 cherrieri 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 cherrieri

Phyllanthus cherrieri is found in tropical regions of South America.

Phyllanthus cherrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus cherrieri?

Phyllanthus cherrieri

What type of plant is Phyllanthus cherrieri?

Phyllanthus cherrieri is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Phyllanthus cherrieri grow?

Phyllanthus cherrieri 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-153598: Based on the initial data import
Maurice Schmid (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Schmid' in the authors string.