Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
apelta
ID:
235105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 189 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234436



Common Names

  • Mallotus apelta
  • Apelt Mallotus
  • Apelt Mallotus


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus apelta chinensis (Geiseler) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Mallotus apelta kwangsiensis F.P.Metcalf [unknown]
  • Mallotus apelta tenuifolius (Pax) Pax [unknown]
  • Mallotus castanopsis F.P.Metcalf [unknown]
  • Mallotus paxii Pamp. [unknown]
  • Mallotus paxii castanopsis (F.P.Metcalf) S.M.Hwang [unknown]
  • Mallotus tenuifolius Pax [unknown]
  • Ricinus apelta Lour. [unknown]
  • Rottlera cantoniensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Rottlera chinensis A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Mallotus tenuifolius castanopsis (Metcalf) H.S.Kiu [unknown]
  • Mallotus tenuifolius paxii (Pamp.) H.S.Kiu [unknown]
  • Croton chinensis Geiseler [unknown]
  • Mallotus apelta apelta [unknown]

Description

Mallotus apelta (also called Apelta Mallotus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and is found in temperate forests at altitudes of 2000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus apelta is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as an ingredient in perfumes. The leaves of this plant are used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mallotus apelta has yellow flowers with red centers and long, thin stems. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus apelta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Mallotus apelta

Mallotus apelta can be found in Australia.

Mallotus apelta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mallotus apelta?

Mallotus apelta

What is the common name of Mallotus apelta?

Mallotus apelta

What is the family of Mallotus apelta?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Mallotus genus

Mallotus actinoneurus, Mallotus anomalus, Mallotus apelta, Mallotus atrovirens, Mallotus attenuatus, Mallotus aureopunctatus, Mallotus barbatus, Mallotus beddomei, Mallotus blumeanus, Mallotus brachythyrsus, Mallotus brevipetiolatus, Mallotus calocarpus, Mallotus cambodianus, Mallotus canii, Mallotus caudatus, Mallotus cauliflorus, Mallotus chromocarpus, Mallotus chuyenii, Mallotus claoxyloides, Mallotus concinnus, Mallotus confusus, Mallotus coudercii, Mallotus cumingii, Mallotus darbyshirei, Mallotus decipiens, Mallotus didymochryseus, Mallotus discolor, Mallotus dispar, Mallotus dispersus, Mallotus distans, Mallotus dunnii, Mallotus eberhardtii, Mallotus eriocarpus, Mallotus eximius, Mallotus ficifolius, Mallotus floribundus, Mallotus fuscescens, Mallotus garrettii, Mallotus glabriusculus, Mallotus grossedentatus, Mallotus hanheoensis, Mallotus havilandii, Mallotus hispidospinosus, Mallotus hymenophyllus, Mallotus illudens, Mallotus insularum, Mallotus intercedens, Mallotus japonicus, Mallotus khasianus, Mallotus kongkandae,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

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