Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
235187

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 143 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234518



Common Names

  • Mallotus Discolor
  • Discolor Mallotus
  • Mallotus of Discolor


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Synonyms

  • Rottlera discolor F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Mallotus discolor (also called Discolor Mallotus, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has grey-green leaves and pink to red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus discolor is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mallotus discolor has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus discolor is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Mallotus discolor

Mallotus discolor is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Mallotus discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mallotus discolor?

Mallotus discolor

Where is Mallotus discolor native to?

Southeast Asia

What is the growth habit of Mallotus discolor?

It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-118872: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.