Phyllanthus niruri
Gale of the wind
Phyllanthus niruri is an erect, annual plant, often branched from the base and often harvested for medicine.It grows 50–70 cm (20–28 in) tall. It has smooth, light green bark, and pale green flowers that are sometimes flushed with red, and which are followed by small fruit capsules that contain seeds. The name 'Phyllanthus' is derived from Greek words meaning 'leaf-flower'.
Contributed by @nickyd513
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Full sun to partial shade
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Frequent watering
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A little frost hardy: 32F (0°C)
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Free draining
Common name
Gale of the wind
Latin name
Phyllanthus niruri
type
Tropical plant
family
Phyllanthaceae
ph
6.5 - 8.0 Acid - Neutral
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Light
Full sun to partial shade
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Frost
A little frost hardy: 32F (0°C)
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Soil
Free draining
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Water
Frequent watering
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
0.60 M
0.70 M
Phyllanthus niruri
Phyllanthus niruri is an erect, annual plant, often branched from the base and often harvested for medicine.It grows 50–70 cm (20–28 in) tall. It has smooth, light green bark, and pale green flowers that are sometimes flushed with red, and which are followed by small fruit capsules that contain seeds. The name 'Phyllanthus' is derived from Greek words meaning 'leaf-flower'.
Propagating by seed
From Early Spring TO Late Winter
Sow cleaned seeds into a well-drained, sandy compost at any time of the year. Cover thinly with sand or grit and keep moist, and at a temperature of between 20-25 degrees C. Seeds sometimes germinate within 4 to 6 weeks, but some varieties may take very much longer, so patience may be needed. In warm climes, seedlings can be planted outdoors. In less warm climes, grow in containers in warmth.
Planting
From Early Spring TO Late Winter
These plants are tropical or sub-tropical, and can only be grown outdoors in areas with those conditions. Elsewhere they will need to be planted in containers and kept in warmth. The plants tolerate many types of soil, as long as the soil is not too acidic or too alkaline, and is free-draining.
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