Status:
valid
Authors:
P.T.Li
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 25: 376 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271596
Common Names
- Nanellus Phyllanthus
- Nanell Phyllanthus
- Nanell Leaf Flower
Description
Phyllanthus nanellus (also called Nanellus' leaf flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub with pink flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus nanellus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllanthus nanellus is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus nanellus 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 nanellus
Phyllanthus nanellus is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Phyllanthus nanellus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus nanellus?
Phyllanthus nanellus
What is the family of Phyllanthus nanellus?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the common name of Phyllanthus nanellus?
Nanellus 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,