Chamberbitter (Phyllanthus urinaria) is a non-native landscape weed from tropical Asia. It has naturalized into more temperate climates and is considered invasive in the Southern United States.

• Scientific Name: Phyllanthus urinaria
• Common Name: Chamberbitter; Chamber bitter; Gripeweed; Shatterstone
• Seasonality: Warm
• Soil Type: Wet to dry
• Toxicity: Non-toxic
• Plant Growth: Annual
• Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas: Phyllanthus urinarua

• Relevant Resources

  UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas: Phyllanhus urinaria

  USDA Plants Profile Phyllanthus urinaria L.

  North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox: Chamberbitter