Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree)

Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree) with small green leaves on thin branches in close up view
Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree) branch with rows of small green leaves in a close up

Botanical names: Phyllanthus pectinatus, Emblica pectinata

Common name: Melaka Tree

Family: Phyllanthaceae

Origin: Southeast Asia, India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Amla
Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Large tree; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens

Phyllanthus pectinatus is similar to Phyllanthus emblica but differences are obvious when specimens of the two species are placed side by side for comparison. In Phyllanthus emblica, the fruits are clustered at the base of rather robust leafy shoots whereas in Phyllanthus pectinatus they sway in the wind at the ends of the finely feathery leafy shoots.

Similar plants: Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree)


Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree) with small lime green fruit hanging from delicate green foliage
Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree) carrying a round lime green fruit beneath feathery delicate green leaves
Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree) with green foliage and brown trunk on a tall tree
Phyllanthus pectinatus (Melaka Tree) with dense green foliage and a thick textured brown tree trunk.


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