About Phyllanthus myrtifolius (Wight) Müll.Arg.
Phyllanthus myrtifolius (Wight) Müll.Arg. produces numerous leaves, arranged in groups of 2 to 3 on reduced branchlets, and the leaves are lanceolate-linear in shape. The plant has multiple irregular stems, and its bark is vertically fissured. Young parts of the plant are covered in fine soft hairs. Its branchlets have a similar appearance to pinnate leaves. The plant's inflorescences grow several together in open, loose clusters. Fruits are small capsules that range from purplish red to greenish in color; they are depressed in shape and slightly three-lobed. This species grows along water courses within forests, and is also found in gardens. It is used to form hedges, and grown as an ornamental plant.
