{"product_id":"phyllanthus-multiflorus","title":"Phyllanthus multiflorus","description":"\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-230\" data-turn-id=\"request-69d60080-0e64-83a0-81e3-8ef03a7033f2-12\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"1f0d0001-ebef-450c-985e-6fe5eba9dcd9\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"48\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"dwlhuk\"\u003ePhyllanthus multiflorus (Chinese Leaf Flower)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"309\" data-start=\"50\"\u003ePhyllanthus multiflorus is a deciduous to semi-evergreen ornamental shrub or small tree valued for its fine-textured foliage and delicate flowering display. It is widely used in gardens as a feature plant or light screen where a soft, layered look is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"311\"\u003eThe plant produces slender, arching branches lined with small, oval leaves arranged in a feather-like pattern. In spring to early summer, it bears numerous small, star-shaped flowers in soft pink to reddish tones, often appearing along the stems beneath the foliage, creating a subtle but attractive display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"624\" data-start=\"621\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"641\" data-start=\"626\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"776\" data-start=\"643\"\u003ePhyllanthus multiflorus is known for its elegant, airy structure and fine foliage, which adds texture and movement to garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"778\"\u003eIts delicate flowers provide seasonal interest without overwhelming surrounding plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"925\" data-start=\"867\"\u003eIt is adaptable and can be grown as a shrub or small tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"930\" data-start=\"927\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"932\" data-section-id=\"18918vg\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1028\" data-start=\"958\"\u003eThis plant grows as an upright, lightly spreading shrub or small tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"1030\"\u003eIt typically reaches 3 to 5 metres in height, with a spread of approximately 2 to 4 metres. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1173\" data-start=\"1153\" data-section-id=\"1evwddo\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1186\" data-start=\"1175\" data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1268\" data-start=\"1187\"\u003ePerforms best in full sun to partial shade. Full sun encourages better flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1270\" data-section-id=\"rthh5f\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1285\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment. Once established, it prefers moderate watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1382\"\u003eWater during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1428\" data-start=\"1418\" data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003ePrefers well-draining soil and is adaptable to a range of soil types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1529\" data-start=\"1500\" data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"1530\"\u003eSuitable for warm temperate to subtropical climates. It tolerates heat and light frost but benefits from protection in colder areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1667\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1683\" data-start=\"1669\" data-section-id=\"s27ty0\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1761\" data-start=\"1685\"\u003eLow maintenance. Light pruning can be carried out to maintain shape or size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1825\" data-start=\"1763\"\u003eFertilising during the growing season supports healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1827\"\u003eMulching helps retain moisture and improve soil condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1890\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1908\" data-start=\"1892\" data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1940\" data-start=\"1910\"\u003eFrost may affect young growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1982\" data-start=\"1942\"\u003ePoor drainage can lead to root problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"1984\"\u003eGenerally pest and disease resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2026\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2043\" data-start=\"2028\" data-section-id=\"mu966k\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2045\"\u003ePhyllanthus multiflorus is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2087\"\u003eFeature planting\u003cbr data-end=\"2106\" data-start=\"2103\"\u003eLight screening\u003cbr data-end=\"2124\" data-start=\"2121\"\u003eGarden beds and borders\u003cbr data-end=\"2150\" data-start=\"2147\"\u003eCourtyards and small gardens\u003cbr data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003eMixed planting schemes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2271\" data-start=\"2207\"\u003eIts fine texture makes it useful for softening planting designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2276\" data-start=\"2273\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2309\" data-start=\"2278\" data-section-id=\"8r6oui\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"2311\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2411\" data-start=\"2311\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2411\" data-start=\"2311\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2336\" data-start=\"2311\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2411\" data-start=\"2336\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"2511\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2609\" data-start=\"2511\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2535\" data-start=\"2511\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2609\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003ePhyllanthus multiflorus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2708\" data-start=\"2610\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2634\" data-start=\"2610\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2708\" data-start=\"2634\"\u003eChinese Leaf Flower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2709\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2733\" data-start=\"2709\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2733\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eShrub \/ small tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2906\" data-start=\"2808\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2832\" data-start=\"2808\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2906\" data-start=\"2832\"\u003e3 m to 5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3005\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3005\" data-start=\"2931\"\u003eUpright, airy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3104\" data-start=\"3006\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3030\" data-start=\"3006\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3104\" data-start=\"3030\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3203\" data-start=\"3105\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3129\" data-start=\"3105\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3203\" data-start=\"3129\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3302\" data-start=\"3204\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3228\" data-start=\"3204\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3302\" data-start=\"3228\"\u003ePreferred for flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3401\" data-start=\"3303\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3327\" data-start=\"3303\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3401\" data-start=\"3327\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3500\" data-start=\"3402\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3426\" data-start=\"3402\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3500\" data-start=\"3426\"\u003eWell-draining, adaptable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3599\" data-start=\"3501\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3525\" data-start=\"3501\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3599\" data-start=\"3525\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3698\" data-start=\"3600\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3624\" data-start=\"3600\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3698\" data-start=\"3624\"\u003eWarm temperate to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3797\" data-start=\"3699\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3723\" data-start=\"3699\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3797\" data-start=\"3723\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3896\" data-start=\"3798\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3822\" data-start=\"3798\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3896\" data-start=\"3822\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3995\" data-start=\"3897\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3921\" data-start=\"3897\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3995\" data-start=\"3921\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4094\" data-start=\"3996\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4020\" data-start=\"3996\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4094\" data-start=\"4020\"\u003eGeneral-purpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"4095\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4119\" data-start=\"4095\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"4119\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4198\" data-start=\"4195\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4232\" data-start=\"4200\" data-section-id=\"ws1yoc\"\u003eFAQ – Phyllanthus multiflorus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4284\" data-start=\"4234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4258\" data-start=\"4234\"\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4261\" data-start=\"4258\"\u003eSpring to early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4375\" data-start=\"4286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4320\" data-start=\"4286\"\u003eWhat do the flowers look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4323\" data-start=\"4320\"\u003eSmall, star-shaped flowers in pink to reddish tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4476\" data-start=\"4377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4403\" data-start=\"4377\"\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4406\" data-start=\"4403\"\u003eFull sun encourages best flowering, though partial shade is tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4569\" data-start=\"4478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4515\" data-start=\"4478\"\u003eIs it suitable for small gardens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4518\" data-start=\"4515\"\u003eYes, it can be maintained as a small tree or shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4669\" data-start=\"4571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4596\" data-start=\"4571\"\u003eIs it frost tolerant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4599\" data-start=\"4596\"\u003eIt tolerates light frost but benefits from protection in colder areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"4741\" data-start=\"4671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4696\" data-start=\"4671\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4699\" data-start=\"4696\"\u003eTypically reaches 3 to 5 metres in height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"The 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