Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
glomerulatus
ID:
797283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welzen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 32: 174 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796616



Common Names

  • Mallotus glomerulatus
  • Glomerulatus Mallotus
  • Mallotus


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Description

Mallotus glomerulatus (also called Glomerulate Mallotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a small shrub with green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus glomerulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mallotus glomerulatus is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus glomerulatus is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 2-3 weeks at 18-20°C (64-68°F).

Where to Find Mallotus glomerulatus

Mallotus glomerulatus can be found in the tropical forests of South East Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Mallotus glomerulatus FAQ

What is the common name of Mallotus glomerulatus?

Globose Mallotus

What is the natural habitat of Mallotus glomerulatus?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia

What is the optimal soil type for Mallotus glomerulatus?

Well-drained, moist soil

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-335151: Based on the initial data import
P.C.van Welzen (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welzen' in the authors string.