About Phyllanthus rotundifolius
Phyllanthus rotundifolius (Phyllanthus rotundifolius) is a herb belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family (Spurge/Euphorbia family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate/opposite simple/compound leaves, cyathium/raceme/spike flower clusters, capsule (regma) fruit. It is typically found in open deciduous forests and sandy localities. It occurs across India, Sri Lanka, Arabia and Tropical Africa. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during May-February.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Phyllanthus rotundifolius
- Genus
- Phyllanthus
- Family
- EUPHORBIACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Habitat
- Open deciduous forests and sandy localities
- Distribution
- India, Sri Lanka, Arabia and Tropical Africa
- Flowering & fruiting
- May-February
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)

Euphorbiaceae
Spurge/Euphorbia family
Phyllanthus rotundifolius belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family.
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