865 Species of Genus Phyllanthus

A Deep Dive into the Diverse World of Phyllanthus

As a plant enthusiast, I’m always fascinated by the sheer diversity of the plant kingdom. One genus that has particularly captured my attention is Phyllanthus, a vast and varied group with a global presence. From the tropics to the subtropics, these plants have carved their niche in a myriad of environments, showcasing an incredible array of forms and functions. Join me as we delve into the intriguing world of Phyllanthus, exploring its unique characteristics, diverse species, and fascinating adaptations.

What Makes Phyllanthus Unique?

Phyllanthus is a large genus belonging to the family Phyllanthaceae. The name itself, derived from the Greek words “phyllon” (leaf) and “anthos” (flower), hints at a unique characteristic of these plants: their flowers and fruits often appear to grow directly from the leaves or stems. This is due to a modified stem structure called a phylloclade, which resembles a leaf and performs photosynthesis. This adaptation is just one example of the remarkable diversity within the genus.

Phyllanthus encompasses a wide range of growth forms, including herbs, shrubs, trees, and even vines. Some species are deciduous, shedding their leaves seasonally, while others remain evergreen. This variability is a testament to the genus’s adaptability, allowing it to thrive in diverse habitats, from arid deserts to lush rainforests.

A Kaleidoscope of Species

The sheer number of Phyllanthus species is staggering, with estimates 865. This diversity is reflected in the wide array of appearances and adaptations within the genus:

  1. Phyllanthus abditus G.L.Webster
  2. Phyllanthus abnormis Baill.
  3. Phyllanthus acacioides Urb.
  4. Phyllanthus acidus (L.) Skeels
  5. Phyllanthus acinacifolius Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  6. Phyllanthus actephilifolius J.J.Sm.
  7. Phyllanthus acuminatus Vahl
  8. Phyllanthus acutifolius Poir. ex Spreng.
  9. Phyllanthus acutissimus Miq.
  10. Phyllanthus adenodiscus Müll.Arg.
  11. Phyllanthus adianthoides Klotzsch
  12. Phyllanthus aeneus Baill.
  13. Phyllanthus airy-shawii J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  14. Phyllanthus ajmerianus L.B.Chaudhary & R.R.Rao
  15. Phyllanthus albidiscus (Ridl.) Airy Shaw
  16. Phyllanthus albizzioides (Kurz) Hook.f.
  17. Phyllanthus allemii G.L.Webster
  18. Phyllanthus almadensis Müll.Arg.
  19. Phyllanthus alpestris Beille
  20. Phyllanthus amarus Schumach. & Thonn.
  21. Phyllanthus ambatovolanus Leandri
  22. Phyllanthus amicorum G.L.Webster
  23. Phyllanthus amieuensis Guillaumin
  24. Phyllanthus amnicola G.L.Webster
  25. Phyllanthus ampandrandavae Leandri
  26. Phyllanthus analamerae Leandri
  27. Phyllanthus anamalayanus (Gamble) G.L.Webster
  28. Phyllanthus andamanicus N.P.Balakr. & N.G.Nair
  29. Phyllanthus anderssonii Müll.Arg.
  30. Phyllanthus andrachniformis Pax
  31. Phyllanthus andranovatensis J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  32. Phyllanthus angkorensis Beille
  33. Phyllanthus angolensis Müll.Arg.
  34. Phyllanthus angustatus Hutch.
  35. Phyllanthus angustifolius (Sw.) Sw.
  36. Phyllanthus angustissimus Müll.Arg.
  37. Phyllanthus anisolobus Müll.Arg.
  38. Phyllanthus anisophyllioides Merr.
  39. Phyllanthus ankarana Leandri
  40. Phyllanthus ankaratrae (Leandri) Petra Hoffm. & McPherson
  41. Phyllanthus ankazobensis Ralim. & Petra Hoffm.
  42. Phyllanthus ankirindrensis Ralim. & Cable
  43. Phyllanthus aoraiensis Nadeaud
  44. Phyllanthus aoupinieensis M.Schmid
  45. Phyllanthus aphanostylus Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  46. Phyllanthus apiculatus Merr.
  47. Phyllanthus aracaensis G.L.Webster ex Secco & A.Rosário
  48. Phyllanthus arbuscula (Sw.) J.F.Gmel.
  49. Phyllanthus archboldianus Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  50. Phyllanthus ardisianthus Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  51. Phyllanthus arenarius Beille
  52. Phyllanthus arenicola Casar.
  53. Phyllanthus argyi H.Lév.
  54. Phyllanthus aridus Benth.
  55. Phyllanthus armstrongii Benth.
  56. Phyllanthus artensis M.Schmid
  57. Phyllanthus arvensis Müll.Arg.
  58. Phyllanthus aspersus J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  59. Phyllanthus asperulatus Hutch.
  60. Phyllanthus atabapoensis Jabl.
  61. Phyllanthus attenuatus Miq.
  62. Phyllanthus augustini Baill.
  63. Phyllanthus australis Hook.f.
  64. Phyllanthus austroparensis Radcl.-Sm.
  65. Phyllanthus avanguiensis M.Schmid
  66. Phyllanthus avicularis Müll.Arg.
  67. Phyllanthus awaensis G.L.Webster
  68. Phyllanthus axillaris (Sw.) Müll.Arg.
  69. Phyllanthus baeckeoides J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  70. Phyllanthus baeobotryoides Wall. ex Müll.Arg.
  71. Phyllanthus bahiensis Müll.Arg.
  72. Phyllanthus baillonianus Müll.Arg.
  73. Phyllanthus baladensis Baill.
  74. Phyllanthus balakrishnanii Sunil, K.M.P.Kumar & Naveen Kum.
  75. Phyllanthus balansae Beille
  76. Phyllanthus balansanus Guillaumin
  77. Phyllanthus balgooyi Petra Hoffm. & A.J.M.Baker
  78. Phyllanthus bancilhonae J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  79. Phyllanthus baraouaensis M.Schmid
  80. Phyllanthus barbarae M.C.Johnst.
  81. Phyllanthus bathianus Leandri
  82. Phyllanthus beddomei (Gamble) M.Mohanan
  83. Phyllanthus bemangidiensis Ralim.
  84. Phyllanthus benguelensis Müll.Arg.
  85. Phyllanthus benguetensis C.B.Rob.
  86. Phyllanthus bequaertii Robyns & Lawalrée
  87. Phyllanthus bernardii Jabl.
  88. Phyllanthus bernierianus Baill. ex Müll.Arg.
  89. Phyllanthus berteroanus Müll.Arg.
  90. Phyllanthus betsileanus Leandri
  91. Phyllanthus biantherifer Croizat
  92. Phyllanthus bicolor Vis.
  93. Phyllanthus binhii Thin
  94. Phyllanthus birmanicus Müll.Arg.
  95. Phyllanthus blanchetianus Müll.Arg.
  96. Phyllanthus blancoanus Müll.Arg.
  97. Phyllanthus bodinieri (H.Lév.) Rehder
  98. Phyllanthus boehmii Pax
  99. Phyllanthus boguenensis M.Schmid
  100. Phyllanthus bojerianus (Baill.) Müll.Arg.
  101. Phyllanthus bokorensis Tagane
  102. Phyllanthus bolivarensis Steyerm.
  103. Phyllanthus bolivianus Pax & K.Hoffm.
  104. Phyllanthus bonnardii J.F.Brunel
  105. Phyllanthus borenensis M.G.Gilbert
  106. Phyllanthus borjaensis Jabl.
  107. Phyllanthus botryanthus Müll.Arg.
  108. Phyllanthus bourgeoisii Baill.
  109. Phyllanthus brachyphyllus Urb.
  110. Phyllanthus brandegeei Millsp.
  111. Phyllanthus brasiliensis (Aubl.) Poir.
  112. Phyllanthus brassii C.T.White
  113. Phyllanthus brevipes Hook.f.
  114. Phyllanthus brynaertii J.F.Brunel
  115. Phyllanthus buchii Urb.
  116. Phyllanthus bupleuroides Baill.
  117. Phyllanthus burundiensis J.F.Brunel
  118. Phyllanthus buxifolius (Blume) Müll.Arg.
  119. Phyllanthus buxoides Guillaumin
  120. Phyllanthus cacuminum Müll.Arg.
  121. Phyllanthus caesiifolius Petra Hoffm. & Cheek
  122. Phyllanthus caesius Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  123. Phyllanthus caespitosus Brenan
  124. Phyllanthus calcicola M.Schmid
  125. Phyllanthus caligatus J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  126. Phyllanthus callejasii G.L.Webster
  127. Phyllanthus calycinus Labill.
  128. Phyllanthus camerunensis J.F.Brunel
  129. Phyllanthus caparaoensis G.L.Webster
  130. Phyllanthus capixaba Marques-Torres & M.J.Silva
  131. Phyllanthus caraculiensis J.F.Brunel
  132. Phyllanthus caribaeus Urb.
  133. Phyllanthus carlottae M.Schmid
  134. Phyllanthus carmenluciae R.T.M.Ribeiro & Loiola
  135. Phyllanthus carnosulus Müll.Arg.
  136. Phyllanthus caroliniensis Walter
  137. Phyllanthus carpentariae Müll.Arg.
  138. Phyllanthus carrenoi Steyerm.
  139. Phyllanthus carunculatus J.F.Brunel
  140. Phyllanthus carvalhoi G.L.Webster
  141. Phyllanthus casearioides S.Moore
  142. Phyllanthus cassioides Rusby
  143. Phyllanthus casticum P.Willemet
  144. Phyllanthus castus S.Moore
  145. Phyllanthus caudatifolius Merr.
  146. Phyllanthus caudatus Müll.Arg.
  147. Phyllanthus cauliflorus (Sw.) Griseb.
  148. Phyllanthus cauticola J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  149. Phyllanthus caymanensis G.L.Webster & Proctor
  150. Phyllanthus cedrelifolius Verdc.
  151. Phyllanthus celebicus Koord.
  152. Phyllanthus ceratostemon Brenan
  153. Phyllanthus chacoensis Morong
  154. Phyllanthus chamaecerasus Baill.
  155. Phyllanthus chamaecristoides Urb.
  156. Phyllanthus chamaepeuce Ridl.
  157. Phyllanthus chandrabosei Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.
  158. Phyllanthus chantaranothaii Pornp., J.Parn. & Hodk.
  159. Phyllanthus chantrieri André
  160. Phyllanthus chapadensis Orlandini & M.J.Silva
  161. Phyllanthus chayamaritiae Chantar. & Kantachot
  162. Phyllanthus chekiangensis Croizat & F.P.Metcalf
  163. Phyllanthus cherrieri M.Schmid
  164. Phyllanthus chevalieri Beille
  165. Phyllanthus chiapensis Sprague
  166. Phyllanthus chimantae Jabl.
  167. Phyllanthus choretroides Müll.Arg.
  168. Phyllanthus chrysanthus Baill.
  169. Phyllanthus chryseus R.A.Howard
  170. Phyllanthus ciccoides Müll.Arg.
  171. Phyllanthus cinctus Urb.
  172. Phyllanthus cinereus Müll.Arg.
  173. Phyllanthus cladanthus Müll.Arg.
  174. Phyllanthus cladotrichus Müll.Arg.
  175. Phyllanthus clamboides (F.Muell.) Diels
  176. Phyllanthus clarkei Hook.f.
  177. Phyllanthus claussenii Müll.Arg.
  178. Phyllanthus coalcomanensis Croizat
  179. Phyllanthus cochinchinensis Spreng.
  180. Phyllanthus cocumbiensis J.F.Brunel
  181. Phyllanthus coi M.J.Wu, Ferreras & Y.J.Chen
  182. Phyllanthus collinsiae Craib
  183. Phyllanthus × collinum-misuku Radcl.-Sm.
  184. Phyllanthus collinus Domin
  185. Phyllanthus columnaris Müll.Arg.
  186. Phyllanthus coluteoides Baill. ex Müll.Arg.
  187. Phyllanthus comorensis Leandri
  188. Phyllanthus comosus Urb.
  189. Phyllanthus compressus Kunth
  190. Phyllanthus comptonii S.Moore
  191. Phyllanthus comptus G.L.Webster
  192. Phyllanthus concolor (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.
  193. Phyllanthus confusus Brenan
  194. Phyllanthus conjugatus M.Schmid
  195. Phyllanthus consanguineus Müll.Arg.
  196. Phyllanthus coodei Ralim. & Petra Hoffm.
  197. Phyllanthus cordatulus C.B.Rob.
  198. Phyllanthus cornutus Baill.
  199. Phyllanthus coursii Leandri
  200. Phyllanthus crassinervius Radcl.-Sm.
  201. Phyllanthus cristalensis Urb.
  202. Phyllanthus cryptophilus (Comm. ex A.Juss.) Müll.Arg.
  203. Phyllanthus cuatrecasasianus G.L.Webster
  204. Phyllanthus cuneifolius (Britton) Croizat
  205. Phyllanthus cunenensis J.F.Brunel
  206. Phyllanthus curranii C.B.Rob.
  207. Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus S.Moore
  208. Phyllanthus cyrtophylloides Müll.Arg.
  209. Phyllanthus daclacensis Thin
  210. Phyllanthus dallachyanus Benth.
  211. Phyllanthus dardanoi J.C.R.Mendes & M.J.Silva
  212. Phyllanthus dawsonii Steyerm.
  213. Phyllanthus dealbatus Alston
  214. Phyllanthus debilis J.G.Klein ex Willd.
  215. Phyllanthus deciduiramus Däniker
  216. Phyllanthus dekindtianus J.F.Brunel
  217. Phyllanthus delagoensis Hutch.
  218. Phyllanthus denticulatus J.F.Brunel
  219. Phyllanthus deplanchei Müll.Arg.
  220. Phyllanthus dewildeorum M.G.Gilbert
  221. Phyllanthus dictyophlebs Radcl.-Sm.
  222. Phyllanthus dictyospermus Müll.Arg.
  223. Phyllanthus dimorphus Britton & P.Wilson
  224. Phyllanthus dinklagei Pax
  225. Phyllanthus dinteri Pax
  226. Phyllanthus discolaciniatus J.F.Brunel
  227. Phyllanthus discolor Poepp. ex Spreng.
  228. Phyllanthus distichus Hook. & Arn.
  229. Phyllanthus dorotheae M.Schmid
  230. Phyllanthus dracaenoides Orlandini & Cordeiro
  231. Phyllanthus dracunculoides Baill.
  232. Phyllanthus duidae Gleason
  233. Phyllanthus dumbeaensis M.Schmid
  234. Phyllanthus dumetosus Poir.
  235. Phyllanthus dumosus C.B.Rob.
  236. Phyllanthus dusenii Hutch.
  237. Phyllanthus dzumacensis M.Schmid
  238. Phyllanthus echinospermus C.Wright
  239. Phyllanthus edmundoi L.J.M.Santiago
  240. Phyllanthus effusus S.Moore
  241. Phyllanthus ekmanii G.L.Webster
  242. Phyllanthus elegans Wall. ex Müll.Arg.
  243. Phyllanthus eliae (J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux) J.F.Brunel
  244. Phyllanthus elsiae Urb.
  245. Phyllanthus embergeri Haicour & Rossignol
  246. Phyllanthus emblica L.
  247. Phyllanthus engleri Pax
  248. Phyllanthus epiphyllanthus L.
  249. Phyllanthus epiphylliferens J.F.Brunel
  250. Phyllanthus eremicus R.L.Barrett & I.Telford
  251. Phyllanthus eremitus Funez & Hassemer
  252. Phyllanthus ericoides Torr.
  253. Phyllanthus erwinii J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  254. Phyllanthus erythrotrichus C.B.Rob.
  255. Phyllanthus eutaxioides S.Moore
  256. Phyllanthus evanescens Brandegee
  257. Phyllanthus everettii C.B.Rob.
  258. Phyllanthus evrardii Beille
  259. Phyllanthus excisus Urb.
  260. Phyllanthus exilis S.Moore
  261. Phyllanthus eximius G.L.Webster & Proctor
  262. Phyllanthus fadyenii Urb.
  263. Phyllanthus faguetii Boiv. ex Baill.
  264. Phyllanthus fallax Müll.Arg.
  265. Phyllanthus fangchengensis P.T.Li
  266. Phyllanthus fastigiatus Mart. ex Müll.Arg.
  267. Phyllanthus favieri M.Schmid
  268. Phyllanthus felicis J.F.Brunel
  269. Phyllanthus filicifolius Gage
  270. Phyllanthus fimbriatitepalus Guillaumin
  271. Phyllanthus fimbriatus (Wight) Müll.Arg.
  272. Phyllanthus fimbricalyx P.T.Li
  273. Phyllanthus finschii K.Schum.
  274. Phyllanthus fischeri Pax
  275. Phyllanthus flagellaris Benth.
  276. Phyllanthus flagelliformis Müll.Arg.
  277. Phyllanthus flaviflorus (K.Schum. & Lauterb.) Airy Shaw
  278. Phyllanthus flexuosus (Siebold & Zucc.) Müll.Arg.
  279. Phyllanthus fluitans Benth. ex Müll.Arg.
  280. Phyllanthus fluminis-athi Radcl.-Sm.
  281. Phyllanthus × fluminis-sabi Radcl.-Sm.
  282. Phyllanthus fluminis-zambesi Radcl.-Sm.
  283. Phyllanthus formosus Urb.
  284. Phyllanthus forrestii W.W.Sm.
  285. Phyllanthus fotii J.F.Brunel
  286. Phyllanthus fractiflexus M.Schmid
  287. Phyllanthus fraguensis M.C.Johnst.
  288. Phyllanthus franchetianus H.Lév.
  289. Phyllanthus francii Guillaumin
  290. Phyllanthus fraternus G.L.Webster
  291. Phyllanthus frazieri Radcl.-Sm.
  292. Phyllanthus friesii Hutch.
  293. Phyllanthus frodinii Airy Shaw
  294. Phyllanthus fuernrohrii F.Muell.
  295. Phyllanthus fuertesii Urb.
  296. Phyllanthus fuscoluridus Müll.Arg.
  297. Phyllanthus gabonensis J.F.Brunel
  298. Phyllanthus gageanus (Gamble) M.Mohanan
  299. Phyllanthus gagnioevae J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  300. Phyllanthus galeottianus Baill.
  301. Phyllanthus gardnerianus (Wight) Baill.
  302. Phyllanthus geniculatostemon J.F.Brunel
  303. Phyllanthus gentryi G.L.Webster
  304. Phyllanthus geoffrayi Beille
  305. Phyllanthus gillettianus J.F.Brunel
  306. Phyllanthus gjellerupii J.J.Sm.
  307. Phyllanthus glabrescens (Miq.) Müll.Arg.
  308. Phyllanthus gladiatus Müll.Arg.
  309. Phyllanthus glaucinus (Miq.) Müll.Arg.
  310. Phyllanthus glaucophyllus Sond.
  311. Phyllanthus glaucus Wall. ex Müll.Arg.
  312. Phyllanthus glaziovii Müll.Arg.
  313. Phyllanthus glochidioides Elmer
  314. Phyllanthus gneissicus S.Moore
  315. Phyllanthus goianensis L.J.M.Santiago
  316. Phyllanthus golonensis M.Schmid
  317. Phyllanthus gomphocarpus Hook.f.
  318. Phyllanthus gongyloides Cordeiro & Carn.-Torres
  319. Phyllanthus gordonii Ralim. & Petra Hoffm.
  320. Phyllanthus gossweileri Hutch.
  321. Phyllanthus goudotianus (Baill.) Müll.Arg.
  322. Phyllanthus gracilipes (Miq.) Müll.Arg.
  323. Phyllanthus gradyi M.J.Silva & M.F.Sales
  324. Phyllanthus graminicola Hutch.
  325. Phyllanthus grandifolius L.
  326. Phyllanthus graveolens Kunth
  327. Phyllanthus greenei Elmer
  328. Phyllanthus guangdongensis P.T.Li
  329. Phyllanthus guillauminii Däniker
  330. Phyllanthus gunnii Hook.f.
  331. Phyllanthus gypsicola McVaugh
  332. Phyllanthus hainanensis Merr.
  333. Phyllanthus hakgalensis Thwaites ex Trimen
  334. Phyllanthus hamelinii I.Telford & R.L.Barrett
  335. Phyllanthus harmandii Beille
  336. Phyllanthus harrimanii G.L.Webster
  337. Phyllanthus harrisii Radcl.-Sm.
  338. Phyllanthus hasskarlianus Müll.Arg.
  339. Phyllanthus helenae M.Schmid
  340. Phyllanthus heliotropus C.Wright ex Griseb.
  341. Phyllanthus heteradenius Müll.Arg.
  342. Phyllanthus heterotrichus Lundell
  343. Phyllanthus hexadactylus McVaugh
  344. Phyllanthus heyneanus Müll.Arg.
  345. Phyllanthus hildebrandtii Pax
  346. Phyllanthus hirtellus F.Muell. ex Müll.Arg.
  347. Phyllanthus hodjelensis Schweinf.
  348. Phyllanthus holostylus Milne-Redh.
  349. Phyllanthus hortensis Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.
  350. Phyllanthus houailouensis M.Schmid
  351. Phyllanthus huallagensis Standl. ex Croizat
  352. Phyllanthus huamotensis Pornp., Chantar. & J.Parn.
  353. Phyllanthus huberi Riina & P.E.Berry
  354. Phyllanthus humbertianus Leandri
  355. Phyllanthus humbertii (Leandri) Petra Hoffm. & McPherson
  356. Phyllanthus humpatanus J.F.Brunel
  357. Phyllanthus hutchinsonianus S.Moore
  358. Phyllanthus hypoleucus Müll.Arg.
  359. Phyllanthus hypospodius F.Muell.
  360. Phyllanthus hyssopifolioides Kunth
  361. Phyllanthus imbricatus G.L.Webster
  362. Phyllanthus incrustatus Urb.
  363. Phyllanthus incurvus Thunb.
  364. Phyllanthus indigoferoides Benth.
  365. Phyllanthus indofischeri Bennet
  366. Phyllanthus inflatus Hutch.
  367. Phyllanthus insulae-japen Airy Shaw
  368. Phyllanthus insulensis Beille
  369. Phyllanthus involutus J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  370. Phyllanthus iratsiensis Leandri
  371. Phyllanthus irriguus Radcl.-Sm.
  372. Phyllanthus isomonensis Leandri
  373. Phyllanthus itamarajuensis Marques-Torres & M.J.Silva
  374. Phyllanthus itatiaiensis Brade
  375. Phyllanthus ivohibeus Leandri
  376. Phyllanthus jablonskianus Steyerm. & Luteyn
  377. Phyllanthus jaegeri J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  378. Phyllanthus jaffrei M.Schmid
  379. Phyllanthus jauaensis Jabl.
  380. Phyllanthus jaubertii Vieill. ex Guillaumin
  381. Phyllanthus juglandifolius Willd.
  382. Phyllanthus junceus Müll.Arg.
  383. Phyllanthus kaessneri Hutch.
  384. Phyllanthus kampotensis Beille
  385. Phyllanthus kanalensis Baill.
  386. Phyllanthus karibibensis J.F.Brunel
  387. Phyllanthus kelleanus J.F.Brunel
  388. Phyllanthus kerrii Airy Shaw
  389. Phyllanthus kerstingii J.F.Brunel
  390. Phyllanthus keyensis Warb.
  391. Phyllanthus kidna Challen & Petra Hoffm.
  392. Phyllanthus kinabaluicus Airy Shaw
  393. Phyllanthus klotzschianus Müll.Arg.
  394. Phyllanthus koghiensis Guillaumin
  395. Phyllanthus koniamboensis M.Schmid
  396. Phyllanthus kostermansii Airy Shaw
  397. Phyllanthus kouaouaensis M.Schmid
  398. Phyllanthus koumacensis Guillaumin
  399. Phyllanthus lacerosus Airy Shaw
  400. Phyllanthus laciniatus C.B.Rob.
  401. Phyllanthus lacunarius F.Muell.
  402. Phyllanthus lacunellus Airy Shaw
  403. Phyllanthus lanceolatus Poir.
  404. Phyllanthus lancifolius Merr.
  405. Phyllanthus lasiogynus Müll.Arg.
  406. Phyllanthus latifolius (L.) Sw.
  407. Phyllanthus lawii J.Graham
  408. Phyllanthus laxiflorus Benth.
  409. Phyllanthus lebrunii Robyns & Lawalrée
  410. Phyllanthus lediformis Jabl.
  411. Phyllanthus leonardianus Lisowski, Malaisse & Symoens
  412. Phyllanthus leptocaulos Müll.Arg.
  413. Phyllanthus leptoclados Benth.
  414. Phyllanthus leptoneurus Urb.
  415. Phyllanthus leptophyllus Müll.Arg.
  416. Phyllanthus leschenaultii Müll.Arg.
  417. Phyllanthus letestui J.F.Brunel
  418. Phyllanthus letouzeyanus J.F.Brunel
  419. Phyllanthus leucanthus Pax
  420. Phyllanthus leucocalyx Hutch.
  421. Phyllanthus leucochlamys Radcl.-Sm.
  422. Phyllanthus leucosepalus J.F.Brunel
  423. Phyllanthus leytensis Elmer
  424. Phyllanthus lichenisilvae (Leandri ex Humbert) Petra Hoffm. & McPherson
  425. Phyllanthus liebmannianus Müll.Arg.
  426. Phyllanthus liesneri G.L.Webster
  427. Phyllanthus ligustrifolius S.Moore
  428. Phyllanthus lilliputianus J.C.R.Mendes, J.M.A.Braga & Fraga
  429. Phyllanthus limmuensis Cufod.
  430. Phyllanthus lindbergii Müll.Arg.
  431. Phyllanthus lindenianus Baill.
  432. Phyllanthus liukiuensis Matsum. ex Hayata
  433. Phyllanthus loandensis Welw. ex Müll.Arg.
  434. Phyllanthus lokohensis Leandri
  435. Phyllanthus longeramosus Guillaumin
  436. Phyllanthus longipedicellatus M.J.Silva
  437. Phyllanthus longipetiolatus Marques-Torres & M.J.Silva
  438. Phyllanthus longistylus Jabl.
  439. Phyllanthus loranthoides Baill.
  440. Phyllanthus luciliae M.Schmid
  441. Phyllanthus lunifolius M.G.Gilbert & Thulin
  442. Phyllanthus macgregorii C.B.Rob.
  443. Phyllanthus macraei Müll.Arg.
  444. Phyllanthus macranthus Pax
  445. Phyllanthus macrocalyx Müll.Arg.
  446. Phyllanthus macrochorion Baill.
  447. Phyllanthus madagascariensis Müll.Arg.
  448. Phyllanthus madeirensis Croizat
  449. Phyllanthus maderaspatensis L.
  450. Phyllanthus maestrensis Urb.
  451. Phyllanthus mafingensis Radcl.-Sm.
  452. Phyllanthus magdemeanus J.F.Brunel
  453. Phyllanthus magnificens J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  454. Phyllanthus maguirei Jabl.
  455. Phyllanthus mahengeaensis J.F.Brunel
  456. Phyllanthus major Steyerm.
  457. Phyllanthus makitae J.F.Brunel
  458. Phyllanthus maleolens Urb. & Ekman
  459. Phyllanthus mananarensis Leandri
  460. Phyllanthus manausensis W.A.Rodrigues
  461. Phyllanthus mandjeliaensis M.Schmid
  462. Phyllanthus mangenotii M.Schmid
  463. Phyllanthus manicaensis J.F.Brunel ex Radcl.-Sm.
  464. Phyllanthus mannianus Müll.Arg.
  465. Phyllanthus mantadiensis Ralim. & Petra Hoffm.
  466. Phyllanthus margaretiae M.Schmid
  467. Phyllanthus marianus Müll.Arg.
  468. Phyllanthus maritimus J.J.Sm.
  469. Phyllanthus marojejiensis (Leandri) Petra Hoffm. & McPherson
  470. Phyllanthus martii Müll.Arg.
  471. Phyllanthus martinii Radcl.-Sm.
  472. Phyllanthus matitanensis Leandri
  473. Phyllanthus mckenziei Fosberg
  474. Phyllanthus mcphersonii M.Schmid
  475. Phyllanthus mcvaughii G.L.Webster
  476. Phyllanthus megacarpus (Gamble) Kumari & Chandrab.
  477. Phyllanthus megalanthus C.B.Rob.
  478. Phyllanthus megapodus G.L.Webster
  479. Phyllanthus megastylus Marques-Torres & M.J.Silva
  480. Phyllanthus melleri Müll.Arg.
  481. Phyllanthus memaoyaensis M.Schmid
  482. Phyllanthus mendesii J.F.Brunel
  483. Phyllanthus meridensis G.L.Webster
  484. Phyllanthus merinthopodus Diels
  485. Phyllanthus meuieensis M.Schmid
  486. Phyllanthus meyerianus Müll.Arg.
  487. Phyllanthus mickelii McVaugh
  488. Phyllanthus micranthus A.Rich.
  489. Phyllanthus microcarpus (Benth.) Müll.Arg.
  490. Phyllanthus microcladus Müll.Arg.
  491. Phyllanthus microdendron Müll.Arg.
  492. Phyllanthus microdictyus Urb.
  493. Phyllanthus micromeris Radcl.-Sm.
  494. Phyllanthus microphyllinus Müll.Arg.
  495. Phyllanthus microphyllus Kunth
  496. Phyllanthus millei Standl.
  497. Phyllanthus mimicus G.L.Webster
  498. Phyllanthus mimosoides Sw.
  499. Phyllanthus minahassae Koord.
  500. Phyllanthus minarum Standl. & Steyerm.
  501. Phyllanthus mindouliensis J.F.Brunel
  502. Phyllanthus minutiflorus F.Muell. ex Müll.Arg.
  503. Phyllanthus minutifolius Jabl.
  504. Phyllanthus minutulus Müll.Arg.
  505. Phyllanthus mirabilis Müll.Arg.
  506. Phyllanthus mirificus G.L.Webster
  507. Phyllanthus mitchellii Benth.
  508. Phyllanthus mittenianus Hutch.
  509. Phyllanthus mkurirae J.F.Brunel
  510. Phyllanthus mocinoanus Baill.
  511. Phyllanthus mocotensis G.L.Webster
  512. Phyllanthus moeroensis De Wild.
  513. Phyllanthus monroviae J.F.Brunel
  514. Phyllanthus montanus (Sw.) Sw.
  515. Phyllanthus montis-fontium M.Schmid
  516. Phyllanthus montrouzieri Guillaumin
  517. Phyllanthus mooneyi M.G.Gilbert
  518. Phyllanthus moorei M.Schmid
  519. Phyllanthus moramangicus (Leandri) Leandri
  520. Phyllanthus moratii M.Schmid
  521. Phyllanthus mouensis M.Schmid
  522. Phyllanthus muellerianus (Kuntze) Exell
  523. Phyllanthus multiflorus Poir.
  524. Phyllanthus muriculatus J.J.Sm.
  525. Phyllanthus muscosus Ridl.
  526. Phyllanthus mutisianus G.L.Webster
  527. Phyllanthus myriophyllus Urb.
  528. Phyllanthus myrsinites Kunth
  529. Phyllanthus myrtaceus Sond.
  530. Phyllanthus myrtifolius (Wight) Müll.Arg.
  531. Phyllanthus myrtilloides Griseb.
  532. Phyllanthus nanellus P.T.Li
  533. Phyllanthus natoensis M.Schmid
  534. Phyllanthus ndikinimekianus J.F.Brunel
  535. Phyllanthus neblinae Jabl.
  536. Phyllanthus neoleonensis Croizat
  537. Phyllanthus nhatrangensis Beille
  538. Phyllanthus nigericus Brenan
  539. Phyllanthus nigrescens (Blanco) Müll.Arg.
  540. Phyllanthus niinamii Hayata
  541. Phyllanthus ningaensis M.Schmid
  542. Phyllanthus niruri L.
  543. Phyllanthus niruroides Müll.Arg.
  544. Phyllanthus nitens M.Schmid
  545. Phyllanthus nitidulus Müll.Arg.
  546. Phyllanthus nothisii M.Schmid
  547. Phyllanthus novae-hollandiae Müll.Arg.
  548. Phyllanthus nozeranianus J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  549. Phyllanthus nummulariifolius Poir.
  550. Phyllanthus nummularioides Müll.Arg.
  551. Phyllanthus nutans Sw.
  552. Phyllanthus nyale Petra Hoffm. & Cheek
  553. Phyllanthus nyikae Radcl.-Sm.
  554. Phyllanthus oaxacanus Brandegee
  555. Phyllanthus obdeltophyllus Leandri
  556. Phyllanthus obfalcatus Lasser & Maguire
  557. Phyllanthus oblanceolatus J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  558. Phyllanthus oblongiglans M.G.Gilbert
  559. Phyllanthus obtusatus (Thunb.) Müll.Arg.
  560. Phyllanthus occidentalis J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  561. Phyllanthus octomerus Müll.Arg.
  562. Phyllanthus odontadenius Müll.Arg.
  563. Phyllanthus oligospermus Hayata
  564. Phyllanthus omahakensis Dinter & Pax
  565. Phyllanthus oppositifolius Baill. ex Müll.Arg.
  566. Phyllanthus orbicularis Kunth
  567. Phyllanthus orbiculatus Rich.
  568. Phyllanthus oreichtitus Leandri
  569. Phyllanthus oreophilus Müll.Arg.
  570. Phyllanthus orientalis (Craib) Airy Shaw
  571. Phyllanthus orinocensis Steyerm.
  572. Phyllanthus ouveanus Däniker
  573. Phyllanthus ovalifolius Forssk.
  574. Phyllanthus ovatifolius J.J.Sm.
  575. Phyllanthus ovatus Poir.
  576. Phyllanthus oxycarpus Müll.Arg.
  577. Phyllanthus oxycoccifolius Hutch.
  578. Phyllanthus oxyphyllus Miq.
  579. Phyllanthus pachyphyllus Müll.Arg.
  580. Phyllanthus pachystylus Urb.
  581. Phyllanthus pacificus Müll.Arg.
  582. Phyllanthus pacoensis Thin
  583. Phyllanthus paezensis Jabl.
  584. Phyllanthus palakondensis Raja Kullayisw. & Sarojin.
  585. Phyllanthus palauensis Hosok.
  586. Phyllanthus × pallidus C.Wright ex Griseb.
  587. Phyllanthus pancherianus Baill.
  588. Phyllanthus papuanus Gage
  589. Phyllanthus paraguayensis Parodi
  590. Phyllanthus parainduratus M.Schmid
  591. Phyllanthus parangoyensis M.Schmid
  592. Phyllanthus paraqueensis Jabl.
  593. Phyllanthus parvifolius Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don
  594. Phyllanthus parvulus Sond.
  595. Phyllanthus parvus Hutch.
  596. Phyllanthus paucitepalus M.Schmid
  597. Phyllanthus pavonianus Baill.
  598. Phyllanthus paxianus Dinter
  599. Phyllanthus paxii Hutch.
  600. Phyllanthus pectinatus Hook.f.
  601. Phyllanthus pedicellatus Orlandini, Cordeiro & V.C.Souza
  602. Phyllanthus peltatus Guillaumin
  603. Phyllanthus pendulus Roxb.
  604. Phyllanthus peninsularis Brandegee
  605. Phyllanthus pentandrus Schumach. & Thonn.
  606. Phyllanthus pentaphyllus C.Wright ex Griseb.
  607. Phyllanthus pergracilis Gillespie
  608. Phyllanthus perpusillus Baill.
  609. Phyllanthus perrieri (Leandri) Petra Hoffm. & McPherson
  610. Phyllanthus pervilleanus (Baill.) Müll.Arg.
  611. Phyllanthus petaloideus Paul G.Wilson
  612. Phyllanthus petchikaraensis M.Schmid
  613. Phyllanthus petelotii Croizat
  614. Phyllanthus petenensis Lundell
  615. Phyllanthus petraeus A.Chev. & Beille
  616. Phyllanthus phialanthoides Falcón & J.L.Gómez
  617. Phyllanthus philippioides Leandri
  618. Phyllanthus phillyreifolius Poir.
  619. Phyllanthus phlebocarpus Urb.
  620. Phyllanthus phuquocensis Beille
  621. Phyllanthus physocarpus Müll.Arg.
  622. Phyllanthus pierlotii J.F.Brunel
  623. Phyllanthus pileostigma Coode
  624. Phyllanthus pilifer M.Schmid
  625. Phyllanthus pindaiensis M.Schmid
  626. Phyllanthus pinifolius Baill.
  627. Phyllanthus pinjenensis M.Schmid
  628. Phyllanthus pinnatus (Wight) G.L.Webster
  629. Phyllanthus piranii G.L.Webster
  630. Phyllanthus pireyi Beille
  631. Phyllanthus platycalyx Müll.Arg.
  632. Phyllanthus poeppigianus (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.
  633. Phyllanthus pohlianus Müll.Arg.
  634. Phyllanthus poli-borealis Airy Shaw
  635. Phyllanthus polygonoides Nutt. ex Spreng.
  636. Phyllanthus polygynus M.Schmid
  637. Phyllanthus polyspermus Schumach.
  638. Phyllanthus popayanensis Pax
  639. Phyllanthus poueboensis M.Schmid
  640. Phyllanthus poumensis Guillaumin
  641. Phyllanthus praelongipes Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  642. Phyllanthus praetervisus Müll.Arg.
  643. Phyllanthus prainianus Collett & Hemsl.
  644. Phyllanthus procerus C.Wright
  645. Phyllanthus proctoris G.L.Webster
  646. Phyllanthus profusus N.E.Br.
  647. Phyllanthus prominulatus J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  648. Phyllanthus pronyensis Guillaumin
  649. Phyllanthus prostratus Müll.Arg.
  650. Phyllanthus pseudocicca Griseb.
  651. Phyllanthus pseudoguyanensis Herter & Mansf.
  652. Phyllanthus pseudoniruri Müll.Arg.
  653. Phyllanthus pseudoparvifolius R.L.Mitra & Sanjappa
  654. Phyllanthus pseudotrichopodus M.Schmid
  655. Phyllanthus pterocaulis M.J.Silva
  656. Phyllanthus pterocladus S.Moore
  657. Phyllanthus pulcher Wall. ex Müll.Arg.
  658. Phyllanthus pulcherrimus Herter
  659. Phyllanthus pulchroides Beille
  660. Phyllanthus pullenii Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  661. Phyllanthus pulverulentus Urb.
  662. Phyllanthus pumilus (Blanco) Müll.Arg.
  663. Phyllanthus puntii G.L.Webster
  664. Phyllanthus purpureus Müll.Arg.
  665. Phyllanthus purpusii Brandegee
  666. Phyllanthus pycnophyllus Müll.Arg.
  667. Phyllanthus quintuplinervis M.Schmid
  668. Phyllanthus racemiger Müll.Arg.
  669. Phyllanthus racemosus L.f.
  670. Phyllanthus ramillosus Müll.Arg.
  671. Phyllanthus ramosii Quisumb. & Merr.
  672. Phyllanthus ramosus Vell.
  673. Phyllanthus rangachariarii Murugan, Kabeer & G.V.S.Murthy
  674. Phyllanthus rangoloakensis Leandri
  675. Phyllanthus raynalii J.F.Brunel & Jacq.Roux
  676. Phyllanthus razakamalalae Ralim. & Cable
  677. Phyllanthus reticulatus Poir.
  678. Phyllanthus retinervis Hutch.
  679. Phyllanthus retroflexus Brade
  680. Phyllanthus revaughanii Coode
  681. Phyllanthus rhabdocarpus Müll.Arg.
  682. Phyllanthus rheedei Wight
  683. Phyllanthus rheophilus Airy Shaw
  684. Phyllanthus rheophyticus M.G.Gilbert & P.T.Li
  685. Phyllanthus rhizomatosus Radcl.-Sm.
  686. Phyllanthus rhodocladus S.Moore
  687. Phyllanthus ridsdalei R.W.Bouman & Verwijs
  688. Phyllanthus riedelianus Müll.Arg.
  689. Phyllanthus robinsonii Merr.
  690. Phyllanthus roeperianus Wall. ex Müll.Arg.
  691. Phyllanthus rosmarinifolius Müll.Arg.
  692. Phyllanthus rosselensis Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  693. Phyllanthus rotundifolius J.G.Klein ex Willd.
  694. Phyllanthus rouxii J.F.Brunel
  695. Phyllanthus rozennae M.Schmid
  696. Phyllanthus ruber (Lour.) Spreng.
  697. Phyllanthus rubescens Beille
  698. Phyllanthus rubriflorus J.J.Sm.
  699. Phyllanthus rubristipulus Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.
  700. Phyllanthus rufuschaneyi Welzen, R.W.Bouman & Ent
  701. Phyllanthus rupestris Kunth
  702. Phyllanthus rupi-insularis Hosok.
  703. Phyllanthus rupicola Elmer
  704. Phyllanthus ruscifolius Müll.Arg.
  705. Phyllanthus saffordii Merr.
  706. Phyllanthus salesiae M.J.Silva
  707. Phyllanthus salicifolius Baill.
  708. Phyllanthus salomonis Airy Shaw
  709. Phyllanthus salviifolius Kunth
  710. Phyllanthus samarensis Müll.Arg.
  711. Phyllanthus sambiranensis Leandri
  712. Phyllanthus sanjappae Chakrab. & M.Gangop.
  713. Phyllanthus sarasinii Guillaumin
  714. Phyllanthus sarothamnoides Govaerts & Radcl.-Sm.
  715. Phyllanthus sauropodoides Airy Shaw
  716. Phyllanthus savannicola Domin
  717. Phyllanthus saxosus F.Muell.
  718. Phyllanthus scaber Klotzsch
  719. Phyllanthus scabrifolius Hook.f.
  720. Phyllanthus schaulsii J.F.Brunel
  721. Phyllanthus schliebenii Mansf. ex Radcl.-Sm.
  722. Phyllanthus scopulorum (Britton) Urb.
  723. Phyllanthus securinegioides Merr.
  724. Phyllanthus selbyi Britton & P.Wilson
  725. Phyllanthus sellowianus (Klotzsch) Müll.Arg.
  726. Phyllanthus sepialis Müll.Arg.
  727. Phyllanthus serandii J.F.Brunel
  728. Phyllanthus serpentinicola Radcl.-Sm.
  729. Phyllanthus serpentinus S.Moore
  730. Phyllanthus shabaensis J.F.Brunel
  731. Phyllanthus sibuyanensis Elmer
  732. Phyllanthus sikkimensis Müll.Arg.
  733. Phyllanthus similis Müll.Arg.
  734. Phyllanthus simplicicaulis Müll.Arg.
  735. Phyllanthus sincorensis G.L.Webster
  736. Phyllanthus singalensis (Miq.) Müll.Arg.
  737. Phyllanthus singampattianus (Sebastine & A.N.Henry) Kumari & Chandrab.
  738. Phyllanthus skutchii Standl.
  739. Phyllanthus smithianus G.L.Webster
  740. Phyllanthus sobralii J.C.R.Mendes, J.M.A.Braga & Fraga
  741. Phyllanthus societatis Müll.Arg.
  742. Phyllanthus somalensis Hutch.
  743. Phyllanthus songboiensis Thin
  744. Phyllanthus sootepensis Craib
  745. Phyllanthus spartioides Pax & K.Hoffm.
  746. Phyllanthus spinosus Chiov.
  747. Phyllanthus spirei Beille
  748. Phyllanthus sponiifolius Müll.Arg.
  749. Phyllanthus spruceanus Müll.Arg.
  750. Phyllanthus squamifolius (Lour.) Stokes
  751. Phyllanthus standleyi McVaugh
  752. Phyllanthus stenophyllus Guillaumin
  753. Phyllanthus stipitatus M.Schmid
  754. Phyllanthus stipularis Merr.
  755. Phyllanthus stipulatus (Raf.) G.L.Webster
  756. Phyllanthus striaticaulis J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  757. Phyllanthus strobilaceus Jabl.
  758. Phyllanthus stultitiae Airy Shaw
  759. Phyllanthus stylosus Griff.
  760. Phyllanthus subapicalis Jabl.
  761. Phyllanthus subcarnosus C.Wright ex Griseb.
  762. Phyllanthus subcrenulatus F.Muell.
  763. Phyllanthus subcuneatus Greenm.
  764. Phyllanthus subemarginatus Müll.Arg.
  765. Phyllanthus sublanatus Schumach. & Thonn.
  766. Phyllanthus submarginalis Airy Shaw
  767. Phyllanthus subobscurus Müll.Arg.
  768. Phyllanthus suffrutescens Pax
  769. Phyllanthus sulcatus J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl
  770. Phyllanthus sylvincola S.Moore
  771. Phyllanthus symphoricarpoides Kunth
  772. Phyllanthus tabularis Airy Shaw
  773. Phyllanthus tagulae Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  774. Phyllanthus talbotii Sedgw.
  775. Phyllanthus tanaensis J.F.Brunel
  776. Phyllanthus tangoensis M.Schmid
  777. Phyllanthus tanzaniensis J.F.Brunel
  778. Phyllanthus tararae Verwijs
  779. Phyllanthus taxodiifolius Beille
  780. Phyllanthus tenellus Roxb.
  781. Phyllanthus tener Radcl.-Sm.
  782. Phyllanthus tenuicaulis Müll.Arg.
  783. Phyllanthus tenuipedicellatus M.Schmid
  784. Phyllanthus tenuipes C.B.Rob.
  785. Phyllanthus tenuirhachis J.J.Sm.
  786. Phyllanthus tenuis Radcl.-Sm.
  787. Phyllanthus tepuicola Steyerm.
  788. Phyllanthus tequilensis B.L.Rob. & Greenm.
  789. Phyllanthus tessmannii Hutch.
  790. Phyllanthus tetrandrus Roxb.
  791. Phyllanthus thaii Thin
  792. Phyllanthus thulinii Radcl.-Sm.
  793. Phyllanthus tiebaghiensis M.Schmid
  794. Phyllanthus timboensis Funez, J.P.R.Ferreira & Hassemer
  795. Phyllanthus tireliae M.Schmid
  796. Phyllanthus tixieri M.Schmid
  797. Phyllanthus torrentium Müll.Arg.
  798. Phyllanthus touranensis Beille
  799. Phyllanthus trichopodus Guillaumin
  800. Phyllanthus trichosporus Adelb.
  801. Phyllanthus trichotepalus Brenan
  802. Phyllanthus triphlebius C.B.Rob.
  803. Phyllanthus tritepalus M.Schmid
  804. Phyllanthus trungii Thin
  805. Phyllanthus tsarongensis W.W.Sm.
  806. Phyllanthus tsetserrae J.F.Brunel
  807. Phyllanthus tuberculatus Marques-Torres & M.J.Silva
  808. Phyllanthus tuerckheimii G.L.Webster
  809. Phyllanthus tui Thin
  810. Phyllanthus tukuyuanus J.F.Brunel
  811. Phyllanthus udoricola Radcl.-Sm.
  812. Phyllanthus ukagurensis Radcl.-Sm.
  813. Phyllanthus umbratus Müll.Arg.
  814. Phyllanthus umbricola Guillaumin
  815. Phyllanthus unifoliatus M.Schmid
  816. Phyllanthus unioensis M.Schmid
  817. Phyllanthus upembaensis J.F.Brunel
  818. Phyllanthus urbanianus Mansf.
  819. Phyllanthus urceolatus Baill.
  820. Phyllanthus urinaria L.
  821. Phyllanthus ussuriensis Rupr. & Maxim.
  822. Phyllanthus utricularis Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  823. Phyllanthus vaccinifolius (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.
  824. Phyllanthus vakinankaratrae Leandri
  825. Phyllanthus valerii Standl.
  826. Phyllanthus valleanus Croizat
  827. Phyllanthus vanderystii Hutch. & De Wild.
  828. Phyllanthus vatovaviensis Leandri ex Ralim. & Petra Hoffm.
  829. Phyllanthus veillonii M.Schmid
  830. Phyllanthus ventricosus G.L.Webster
  831. Phyllanthus ventuarii Jabl.
  832. Phyllanthus venustulus Leandri
  833. Phyllanthus vergens Baill.
  834. Phyllanthus verrucicaulis Airy Shaw
  835. Phyllanthus vespertilio Baill.
  836. Phyllanthus vichadensis Croizat
  837. Phyllanthus villosus Poir.
  838. Phyllanthus vincentae J.F.Macbr.
  839. Phyllanthus virgatus G.Forst.
  840. Phyllanthus virgulatus Müll.Arg.
  841. Phyllanthus virgultiramus Däniker
  842. Phyllanthus volkensii Engl.
  843. Phyllanthus vulcani Guillaumin
  844. Phyllanthus warburgii K.Schum.
  845. Phyllanthus warnockii G.L.Webster
  846. Phyllanthus watsonii Airy Shaw
  847. Phyllanthus websterianus Steyerm.
  848. Phyllanthus welwitschianus Müll.Arg.
  849. Phyllanthus wheeleri G.L.Webster
  850. Phyllanthus wilkesianus Müll.Arg.
  851. Phyllanthus williamioides Griseb.
  852. Phyllanthus wingfieldii Radcl.-Sm.
  853. Phyllanthus wittei Robyns & Lawalrée
  854. Phyllanthus womersleyi Airy Shaw & G.L.Webster
  855. Phyllanthus xiphophorus J.F.Brunel
  856. Phyllanthus xylorrhizus Thulin
  857. Phyllanthus yangambiensis J.F.Brunel
  858. Phyllanthus yaouhensis Schltr.
  859. Phyllanthus youngii J.F.Brunel
  860. Phyllanthus yvettae M.Schmid
  861. Phyllanthus zambicus Radcl.-Sm.
  862. Phyllanthus zanthoxyloides Steyerm.
  863. Phyllanthus zeylanicus Müll.Arg.
  864. Phyllanthus zippelianus Müll.Arg.
  865. Phyllanthus zornioides Radcl.-Sm.

Ecological Significance

Phyllanthus plays a vital role in various ecosystems around the world. Their fruits and seeds serve as a food source for a variety of animals, including birds, mammals, and insects. Some species have also formed specialized relationships with certain insects, such as the leafflower moths (Epicephala spp.), which pollinate the flowers and lay their eggs in the developing fruits.

Furthermore, Phyllanthus species contribute to soil health and nutrient cycling. Their leaf litter decomposes, enriching the soil with organic matter. Some species are also known to have nitrogen-fixing capabilities, enhancing soil fertility.

Economic Importance

In addition to their ecological value, Phyllanthus species have significant economic importance. As mentioned earlier, several species are cultivated for their edible fruits, which are consumed fresh or processed into various products. Other species are valued for their medicinal properties, providing a source of traditional remedies for a wide range of ailments.

Moreover, some Phyllanthus species have potential applications in modern medicine. Research has shown that certain compounds extracted from these plants exhibit antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer activities. These findings highlight the potential of Phyllanthus as a source of novel pharmaceuticals.

Conservation Concerns

Despite their widespread distribution and adaptability, some Phyllanthus species face threats due to habitat loss, overexploitation, and climate change. Conservation efforts are crucial to ensure the survival of these valuable plants and maintain the ecological and economic benefits they provide.

Future Directions

The genus Phyllanthus holds immense potential for future research and applications. Further investigation into the medicinal properties of various species could lead to the development of new drugs and therapies. Additionally, exploring the genetic diversity within the genus could help identify traits that enhance resilience to climate change and improve crop yields.

As we continue to unravel the mysteries of Phyllanthus, we are likely to discover even more fascinating aspects of this diverse and valuable genus. Its adaptability, ecological significance, and economic potential make it a crucial component of the plant kingdom, deserving of our attention and conservation efforts.

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