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There seems to be some confusion over the naming of 3 very similar Phyllanthus species (P. amarus, P. niruri and P. urinaria). Though I am not able to reach a conclusion on the names, I have consolidated my findings and thoughts. I have also provided the reasons on how I arrived at their names used in my website. To read more, follow this link.

1. Aluka

2. Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN)

3. Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) Report

4. Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk (PIER)