Phyllanthus niruri
Schwabe India
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Author: Snigdha Suman Dalua , Dr. Poorva Tiwari
Synonym
Phyllanthus fraternus, Child Pick-a-back, Gulf Leafflower, Black Catnip, Meniran, Chanca Piedra, Shatterstone, Stone Breaker, Quebra Pedra, Gale Of Wind, Carry Me Seed, Creole Senna, Daun Marisan.
Phyllanthus niruri, also recognized under a variety of names such as Chanca Piedra or Stone Breaker, is a tropical plant commonly found in coastal areas. It is notable for its small, delicate stature, rarely growing taller than 50-70 cm. This plant is characterized by its smooth, green, oblong leaves and tiny greenish-white flowers that closely resemble its leaves, making it visually unique.
