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Mascarene island leaf-flower

Phyllanthus tenellus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Micronesia, Vanuatu), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Phyllanthus tenellus (Mascarene island leaf-flower)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish quebra-pedra

Similar Species in Phyllanthus

Phyllanthus brasiliensis

Phyllanthus fraternus

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mascarene island leaf-flower?

The scientific name of Mascarene island leaf-flower is Phyllanthus tenellus. It belongs to the genus Phyllanthus.

Where does Mascarene island leaf-flower live?

Mascarene island leaf-flower is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Micronesia, Vanuatu), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Angola, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Comoros, France, Guyana, India.

What family does Mascarene island leaf-flower belong to?

Mascarene island leaf-flower (Phyllanthus tenellus) belongs to the genus Phyllanthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Leiothrichidae.

What kingdom does Mascarene island leaf-flower belong to?

Mascarene island leaf-flower (Phyllanthus tenellus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mascarene island leaf-flower?

The closest relatives of Mascarene island leaf-flower in the genus Phyllanthus include cerejeira-do-Taiti, cunambi, erva-pombinha, quebra-pedra, quebra-pedra.