Phyllanthus purpureus
Also known as: Diasperus purpureus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze
- Diasperus purpureus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Phyllanthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
Find Reference Images
Google-powered external web search for Phyllanthus purpureus
Phyllanthus purpureus is a shrub belonging to the Phyllanthaceae family. Originating in 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
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South Tropical Africa, Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Angola, Namibia