Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
microphyllus
ID:
272184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 87 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271516

Common Names

  • Microphyllus Phyllanthus
  • Microphyllus Leaf Flower
  • Microphyllus Leaf-Flower

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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus microphyllus genuinus Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus microphyllus (also called 'Small-leaved 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 microphyllus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllanthus microphyllus var. orbignyanus Müll.Arg.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus microphyllus is small, yellowish-green, with four petals and four sepals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Phyllanthus microphyllus 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 microphyllus

Phyllanthus microphyllus is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Phyllanthus microphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus microphyllus?

Phyllanthus microphyllus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus microphyllus?

Phyllanthus microphyllus is found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the characteristics of Phyllanthus microphyllus?

Phyllanthus microphyllus is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers.

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