Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lamprophyllus
ID:
271983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 324 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271315

Common Names

  • Lamprophyllus Phyllanthus
  • Glandular Phyllanthus
  • Cup-Leaf Phyllanthus

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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus hellwigii Warb. [unknown]
  • Diasperus lamprophyllus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glochidion lamprophyllum (Müll.Arg.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus lamprophyllus (also called 'Shiny-Leaf Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus lamprophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used as a vegetable in some parts of India. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, skin diseases, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phyllanthus lamprophyllus are small, yellow in colour and have no petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus lamprophyllus is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Phyllanthus lamprophyllus

Phyllanthus lamprophyllus can be found in tropical regions of India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus lamprophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus lamprophyllus?

Phyllanthus lamprophyllus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus lamprophyllus?

Tropical and subtropical regions

What is the growth habit of Phyllanthus lamprophyllus?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

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,

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