Phyllanthus watsonii

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Nymphanthus watsonii

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, it is positioned in the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Phyllanthus.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a specific and limited geographical presence within the natural world. According to botanical records, its distribution is primarily centered within the Malesia region. Specifically, it can be found growing natively in the area known as Malaya. This localized occurrence suggests that the species is adapted to the particular environmental conditions of this tropical zone. Consequently, its range is quite restricted compared to more widespread medicinal flora.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Phyllanthus watsonii is characterized by its growth form as a shrub, exhibiting a distinctly woody structure. This plant maintains a relatively diminutive stature, with a maximum plant height reaching approximately 0.15 m.

Growth form :

shrub

Plant height max:

0.15 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Phyllanthus watsonii has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ellagitannins, Flavonoids, Gallic acid, Gallotannins, Geraniin.

Ellagitannins

1. PloS one

Flavonoids

1. PloS one

Gallic acid

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Gallotannins

1. PloS one

Geraniin

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Syringin

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Activities

Phyllanthus watsonii has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.

Anticancer

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Medicinal Uses

Phyllanthus watsonii has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include prostate cancer.

Most Reported Uses