lagoon-spurge

Phyllanthus tenellus, described by Roxb. in 1832, is a member of the genus Phyllanthus and is part of the Phyllanthaceae family. It is commonly referred to as lagoon-spurge and is native to the Mascarene Islands. The plant has a wide distribution, including regions such as Açores, Madeira, Valle del Cauca, and various islands in the Atlantic and other areas. It is frequently found growing as a weed in disturbed environments, including flower beds, gardens, and along roadsides.