Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
khasianus
ID:
235249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 438 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234580



Common Names

  • Khasianus's Mallotus
  • Khasianus's Kamala
  • Khasianus's Kamal


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Mallotus filiformis Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Mallotus polyneurus Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Mallotus khasianus (also called Khasi 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 India and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus khasianus 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

The flower of Mallotus khasianus is small and yellowish-green. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus khasianus is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 4–7 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 khasianus

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

Mallotus khasianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mallotus khasianus?

Mallotus khasianus

What type of plant is Mallotus khasianus?

Mallotus khasianus is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Mallotus khasianus found?

Mallotus khasianus 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,

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