Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
rupiinsularis
ID:
272678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hosok.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 25: 19 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272010

Common Names

  • Rupiinsularis Phyllanthus
  • Rupiinsularis Leaf Phyllanthus
  • Rupiinsularis Leaf Flowering Phyllanthus

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Description

Phyllanthus rupiinsularis (also called Rock Spurge, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in dry, open areas, often on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllanthus rupiinsularis 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 rupiinsularis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllanthus rupiinsularis 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 rupiinsularis

Phyllanthus rupiinsularis is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Phyllanthus rupiinsularis FAQ

What are the common names of Phyllanthus rupiinsularis?

Island leafy spurge

What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus rupiinsularis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Phyllanthus rupiinsularis?

April to June

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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