Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
micranthus
ID:
272170

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Hist. Fis. Cuba, Bot. 11: 216 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271502

Common Names

  • Micranthus Phyllanthus
  • Micranthus Leaf Flower
  • Micranthus Leaf-Flower

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Synonyms

  • Diasperus micranthus (A.Rich.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus micranthus (also called 'Small-flowered Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus micranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. The leaves are used as a vegetable and the fruits are eaten raw or cooked. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus micranthus is yellow-green in color, and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Phyllanthus micranthus is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and kept in a warm, sunny location. Propagation can also be done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Phyllanthus micranthus

Phyllanthus micranthus is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus micranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus micranthus?

Phyllanthus micranthus

What is the family of Phyllanthus micranthus?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus micranthus?

Micranthus Phyllanthus

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-154332: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.