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Leafflowers (Phyllanthus)
Leafflowerss are an extremely large and incredibly diverse group of plants native to tropical and subtropical regions across the world. Leafflowerss come in a wide variety of forms and sizes. Some species are used ornamentally, while others are used in the production of chemicals. Many leafflowerss share a mutualistic relationship with so-called leafflower moths, which co-evolved with the leafflowerss and are now their prime pollinators.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Leafflowers
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Attributes of Leafflowers
Leaf type
Evergreen
Scientific Classification of Leafflowers
Distribution of Leafflowers
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Distribution Map of Leafflowers
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Leafflowers
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Leafflowers is a genus of versatile plants with diverse care needs, featuring species that thrive in varying light conditions but commonly prefer well-drained soils. As for watering, consistency is key, with plants typically responding well to being kept moderately moist. Normal room temperatures (15-29°C) are usually well-tolerated. Common challenges include susceptibility to fungal diseases and pests like mealybugs and aphids. Seasonal considerations include the need for more frequent watering during warmer months and reduced watering in colder seasons.
How to Water Leafflowers?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Leafflowers?
How to Propagate Leafflowers?
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8 most common species：
Mascarene island leaf flower
Mascarene island leaf flower (Phyllanthus tenellus) is a herbaceous annual plant that will grow from 20 to 48 cm tall. Considered a noxious weed, it is commonly found growing in garden beds, roadsides and other disturbed areas. Small, inconspicuous white flowers bloom in summer. Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in medium to dry, well-drained soil.
Chamber bitter
Chamber bitter is blooms in summer. Its striking branched leaf pattern makes it an attractive ornamental, but it is a weedy plant that takes careful management to stop its seeds from spreading to unwanted areas. It is considered invasive in the southern United States.
Carry me seed
Carry me seed is an herb that has a fascinating way of spreading its seeds that has inspired its name. When ripe, the plant's fruit bursts open explosively and its seeds are thrown some distance from the parent plant. It is a weed and produces flowers and fruits all year round.
Virgate leaf-flower
Virgate leaf-flower is a flowering plant with a unique design. The seeds appear underneath the leaves, giving it the nickname "Seed Under Leaf." The plant has also been a part of Ayurvedic traditions for over 2,000 years. It's used in ceremonies and in other practices.
Otaheite gooseberry
The otaheite gooseberry bears a green gooseberry-like fruit that is edible for humans. It has a sharp acidic taste and is usually used to flavor sauces or drunk as a juice after adding sugar. This is a well-traveled species, originating in Madagascar, then spreading to Southeast Asia, and being introduced to Jamaica from Timor in 1793, from where it colonized the Caribbean.
Smartweed leaf-flower
Phyllanthus polygonoides is a perennial herb that grows naturally in the United States and northern and central Mexico. It's easily recognizable by its low-growing habit and hemispheric fruits often closed inside. Many plants of the Phyllanthus genus are poisonous, so consuming any part of smartweed leaf-flower is not advised.
Emblic
The emblic or Indian gooseberry produces edible green fruit, resembling a gooseberry, that is eaten raw and used in Indian cuisine. In India, the fruits are still harvested by hand, with brave and agile collectors gathering them from the upper branches of the tree.
Gale of the wind
Gale of the wind's name comes from its wind-dispersed seeds, which resemble dandelion puffs.
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Mascarene island leaf flower
Mascarene island leaf flower
Mascarene island leaf flower (Phyllanthus tenellus) is a herbaceous annual plant that will grow from 20 to 48 cm tall. Considered a noxious weed, it is commonly found growing in garden beds, roadsides and other disturbed areas. Small, inconspicuous white flowers bloom in summer. Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in medium to dry, well-drained soil.
Chamber bitter
Chamber bitter
Chamber bitter is blooms in summer. Its striking branched leaf pattern makes it an attractive ornamental, but it is a weedy plant that takes careful management to stop its seeds from spreading to unwanted areas. It is considered invasive in the southern United States.
Carry me seed
Carry me seed
Carry me seed is an herb that has a fascinating way of spreading its seeds that has inspired its name. When ripe, the plant's fruit bursts open explosively and its seeds are thrown some distance from the parent plant. It is a weed and produces flowers and fruits all year round.
Virgate leaf-flower
Virgate leaf-flower
Virgate leaf-flower is a flowering plant with a unique design. The seeds appear underneath the leaves, giving it the nickname "Seed Under Leaf." The plant has also been a part of Ayurvedic traditions for over 2,000 years. It's used in ceremonies and in other practices.
Otaheite gooseberry
Otaheite gooseberry
The otaheite gooseberry bears a green gooseberry-like fruit that is edible for humans. It has a sharp acidic taste and is usually used to flavor sauces or drunk as a juice after adding sugar. This is a well-traveled species, originating in Madagascar, then spreading to Southeast Asia, and being introduced to Jamaica from Timor in 1793, from where it colonized the Caribbean.
Smartweed leaf-flower
Smartweed leaf-flower
Phyllanthus polygonoides is a perennial herb that grows naturally in the United States and northern and central Mexico. It's easily recognizable by its low-growing habit and hemispheric fruits often closed inside. Many plants of the Phyllanthus genus are poisonous, so consuming any part of smartweed leaf-flower is not advised.
Emblic
Emblic
The emblic or Indian gooseberry produces edible green fruit, resembling a gooseberry, that is eaten raw and used in Indian cuisine. In India, the fruits are still harvested by hand, with brave and agile collectors gathering them from the upper branches of the tree.
Gale of the wind
Gale of the wind
Gale of the wind's name comes from its wind-dispersed seeds, which resemble dandelion puffs.
Phyllanthus myrtifolius
Phyllanthus myrtifolius
Phyllanthus myrtifolius is a small, evergreen shrub with a compact growth habit. Its leaves resemble those of a myrtle, being small, oval, and glossy. In its natural habitat, phyllanthus myrtifolius thrives under full sunlight, creating a lush canopy of green. Delicate, greenish-white flowers emerge under the leaves, often going unnoticed. This unassuming bloom gives way to tiny, inconspicuous fruits, which encapsulate its subtle charm.
Phyllanthus ruber
Phyllanthus ruber
Phyllanthus ruber is a tropical species characterized by its reddish stems and elliptical, green leaves that often display a reddish tint, particularly when young. The compact, bushy structure of phyllanthus ruber is complemented by tiny, inconspicuous flowers, which contribute to its understated charm. Typically thriving in warm, humid environments, phyllanthus ruber has a resilience that allows it to adapt to various light conditions, making it a versatile inhabitant of its native ecosystem.
Phyllanthus ussuriensis
Phyllanthus ussuriensis
Phyllanthus ussuriensis is a deciduous shrub distinctive for its elongated leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers. Its hardy nature allows it to thrive in the cold temperate regions, often forming dense thickets. This shrub's berry-like fruits mature to a dark purple, providing a stark contrast to its foliage. Phyllanthus ussuriensis's robust root system equips it well for survival in varied soils, making it a resilient component of its ecosystem.
Potato-bush
Potato-bush
Potato-bush (Phyllanthus reticulatus) is a shrub with edible purple-red berries that are sour, so not a commonly eaten foodstuff. In East Africa, a dark-colored dye is extracted from the berries and used to dye fabrics and tan fishing nets.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Leafflowers
Phyllanthus
Leafflowerss are an extremely large and incredibly diverse group of plants native to tropical and subtropical regions across the world. Leafflowerss come in a wide variety of forms and sizes. Some species are used ornamentally, while others are used in the production of chemicals. Many leafflowerss share a mutualistic relationship with so-called leafflower moths, which co-evolved with the leafflowerss and are now their prime pollinators.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Leafflowers
Feedback
Attributes of Leafflowers
Leaf type
Evergreen
Scientific Classification of Leafflowers
Distribution of Leafflowers
Feedback
Distribution Map of Leafflowers
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Leafflowers
Feedback
Leafflowers is a genus of versatile plants with diverse care needs, featuring species that thrive in varying light conditions but commonly prefer well-drained soils. As for watering, consistency is key, with plants typically responding well to being kept moderately moist. Normal room temperatures (15-29°C) are usually well-tolerated. Common challenges include susceptibility to fungal diseases and pests like mealybugs and aphids. Seasonal considerations include the need for more frequent watering during warmer months and reduced watering in colder seasons.
How to Water Leafflowers?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Leafflowers?
How to Propagate Leafflowers?
How to Plant Leafflowers?
Exploring the Leafflowers Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Mascarene island leaf flower
Mascarene island leaf flower (Phyllanthus tenellus) is a herbaceous annual plant that will grow from 20 to 48 cm tall. Considered a noxious weed, it is commonly found growing in garden beds, roadsides and other disturbed areas. Small, inconspicuous white flowers bloom in summer. Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in medium to dry, well-drained soil.
Chamber bitter
Chamber bitter is blooms in summer. Its striking branched leaf pattern makes it an attractive ornamental, but it is a weedy plant that takes careful management to stop its seeds from spreading to unwanted areas. It is considered invasive in the southern United States.
Carry me seed
Carry me seed is an herb that has a fascinating way of spreading its seeds that has inspired its name. When ripe, the plant's fruit bursts open explosively and its seeds are thrown some distance from the parent plant. It is a weed and produces flowers and fruits all year round.
Virgate leaf-flower
Virgate leaf-flower is a flowering plant with a unique design. The seeds appear underneath the leaves, giving it the nickname "Seed Under Leaf." The plant has also been a part of Ayurvedic traditions for over 2,000 years. It's used in ceremonies and in other practices.
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All Species of Leafflowers
More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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