Phyllanthus pulcher
Flor escondida
Phyllanthus pulcher, commonly known as the "Beautiful Phyllanthus," is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its striking foliage and flowering patterns, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, offering significant therapeutic potential for various holistic health treatments.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus pulcher
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and the family Phyllanthaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Phyllanthus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phyllanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Phyllanthus pulcher, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is called 云桂叶下珠 (zh-hans), 雲桂葉下珠 (zh-hant), 雲桂葉下珠 (zh-hk), and 云桂叶下珠 (zh). In Arabic, the plant is commonly known as أملج جميل (ar).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 云桂叶下珠 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 雲桂葉下珠 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 雲桂葉下珠 | Wikidata |
| ar | أملج جميل | Wikidata |
| zh | 云桂叶下珠 | Wikidata |
| th | ธรณีสาร | Wikidata |
| arz | املج جميل | Wikidata |
| ace | Bangguri | Wikidata |
| es | Diasperus pulcher | Wikidata |
| es | Reidia glaucescens | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting the East Himalaya and the nation of Nepal. Additionally, the species is documented within the Indo-China region, particularly in Cambodia. Together, these locations define the specific ecological footprint of Phyllanthus pulcher.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Phyllanthus pulcher, utilizes various anatomical structures to fulfill its biological functions and provide medicinal value. The roots serve as the foundational system, anchoring the plant firmly into the soil while absorbing essential water and minerals necessary for growth. Above the ground, the aerial parts—including the stems, leaves, and reproductive structures—are responsible for photosynthesis and seed production. In traditional medicine, both the roots and the aerial parts are often studied or utilized for their specific bioactive compounds and therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Phyllanthus pulcher has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lignans.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phyllanthus pulcher has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include metastasis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| metastasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |