Chekkurmanis

Phyllanthus androgynus

Native to:
Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Hainan, India, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vietnam

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Phyllanthaceae
Genus:
Phyllanthus
Species:
Phyllanthus androgynus
USDA Symbol:
SAAN13

Growth Characteristics

Height:
300 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
green, yellow
Food Forest:
Contains edible parts
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers humid tropical climates