Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
orientalis
ID:
272376

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Craib) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 495 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271708

Common Names

  • Phyllanthus orientalis
  • Oriental Phyllanthus
  • Oriental Round-leaf Phyllanthus

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Synonyms

  • Chorisandra orientalis Craib [unknown]

Description

Phyllanthus orientalis (also called 'Oriental Phyllanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It typically grows in moist forests, swamps, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus orientalis 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 orientalis is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus orientalis is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The seeds will germinate in about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Phyllanthus orientalis

Phyllanthus orientalis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Phyllanthus orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus orientalis?

Phyllanthus orientalis

What is the common name of Phyllanthus orientalis?

Oriental Phyllanthus

Where is Phyllanthus orientalis found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

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-154537: Based on the initial data import
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.