Status:
valid
Authors:
Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 177 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272003
Common Names
- Rubristipulus Phyllanthus
- Rubristipulus Leaf Phyllanthus
- Rubristipulus Leaf Flowering Phyllanthus
Synonyms
- Phyllanthus rubriflorus Beille [illegitimate]
Description
Phyllanthus rubristipulus (also called wild eggplant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short, crooked trunk. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It prefers dry and semi-dry habitats and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllanthus rubristipulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllanthus rubristipulus are small, yellowish-green, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus rubristipulus is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be grown in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Phyllanthus rubristipulus
Phyllanthus rubristipulus is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Phyllanthus rubristipulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus rubristipulus?
Phyllanthus rubristipulus
What is the family of Phyllanthus rubristipulus?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the common name of Phyllanthus rubristipulus?
Red-tipped leaf flower
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,