Phyllanthus irriguus
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Phyllanthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual or helophyte.
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Phyllanthus irriguus is an annual or wetland plant belonging to the Phyllanthaceae family. Indigenous to Africa, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Phyllanthus genus, encompassing over 1050 species globally.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Annual
Plant Type
Aquatic Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
East Tropical Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Tanzania