Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
retinervis
ID:
272620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 6(1): 735 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271952

Common Names

  • Retinerved Phyllanthus
  • Retinerved Leaf Phyllanthus
  • Retinerved Leaf Flowering Phyllanthus

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Description

Phyllanthus retinervis (also called Retinervis Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub that can grow up to 1m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of the Americas and is found in wet forests and woodlands. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic, and its flowers are yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus retinervis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllanthus retinervis is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus retinervis is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Phyllanthus retinervis

Phyllanthus retinervis can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Phyllanthus retinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus retinervis?

Phyllanthus retinervis

What is the family of Phyllanthus retinervis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus retinervis?

Tropical rainforest

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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