Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogged roots.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially in containers.
Also known as Lagoon-Spurge · Long-Stalk Leaf-Flower · Long-Stalk Phyllanthus
Mascarene Island Leaf-Flower (Phyllanthus tenellus) is a small, sprawling shrub native to the Mascarene Islands, often used as groundcover or in rock gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun but avoid intense midday sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow top soil to dry between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogged roots.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially in containers.
Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or leggy stems as needed. Pinching back young shoots can promote a more compact and attractive form. Pruning is best done in spring.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and warm until roots develop.
Seeds can also be sown under glass in spring.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound, typically in spring. Use a well-draining potting compost. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the previous one to avoid overwatering issues.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae |
| Genus | Phyllanthus |
| Species | Phyllanthus tenellus |
Similar in genus Phyllanthus
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