Mallotus hymenophyllus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hymenophyllus
ID:
235234
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 381 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234565
Common Names
- Hymenophyllus's Mallotus
- Hymenophyllus's Kamala
- Hymenophyllus's Kamal
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mallotus hymenophyllus (also called Chinese Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellowish-green flowers and yellowish-green fruits. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mallotus hymenophyllus 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 hymenophyllus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Mallotus hymenophyllus is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 3–6 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Mallotus hymenophyllus
Mallotus hymenophyllus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Mallotus hymenophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mallotus hymenophyllus?
Mallotus hymenophyllus
What type of plant is Mallotus hymenophyllus?
Mallotus hymenophyllus is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Mallotus hymenophyllus found?
Mallotus hymenophyllus is found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa.
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-118917: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.