Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 305 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272131
Common Names
- Phyllanthus spinosus
- Spiny Phyllanthus
- Spiny Spurflower
Description
Phyllanthus spinosus (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 spinosus is used as an ornamental plant and as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllanthus spinosus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllanthus spinosus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Phyllanthus spinosus
Phyllanthus spinosus can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Phyllanthus spinosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllanthus spinosus?
Phyllanthus spinosus
What is the common name of Phyllanthus spinosus?
Spiny Leaf Phyllanthus
What is the natural habitat of Phyllanthus spinosus?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Phyllanthus genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,