Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
muriculatus
ID:
272246

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Boomsoort. Java 12: 93 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271578

Common Names

  • Muriculatus Phyllanthus
  • Muriculate Phyllanthus
  • Muriculate Leaf Flower

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Description

Phyllanthus muriculatus (also called Muriculate leaf flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus muriculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, jaundice, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus muriculatus 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

Phyllanthus muriculatus is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Phyllanthus muriculatus

Phyllanthus muriculatus is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Phyllanthus muriculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus muriculatus?

Phyllanthus muriculatus

What is the family of Phyllanthus muriculatus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Phyllanthus muriculatus?

Muriculatus 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,

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