Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
insularum
ID:
235240

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Airy Shaw) Slik

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 54 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234571



Common Names

  • Insularum's Mallotus
  • Insularum's Kamala
  • Insularum's Kamal


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus miquelianus insularum Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Mallotus insularum (also called Insular Mallotus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus insularum 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 insularum 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 insularum is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 5–7 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 insularum

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

Mallotus insularum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mallotus insularum?

Mallotus insularum

What type of plant is Mallotus insularum?

Mallotus insularum is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Mallotus insularum found?

Mallotus insularum 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-118922: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
J.W.F. Slik: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Slik' in the authors string.