Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
leucocarpus
ID:
235269

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 16: 352 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234600



Common Names

  • Leucocarpus's Mallotus
  • Leucocarpus's Kamala
  • Leucocarpus's Kamal


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Synonyms

  • Claoxylon leucocarpum Kurz [unknown]

Description

Mallotus leucocarpus (also called White-fruited 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 leucocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mallotus leucocarpus has small yellow flowers with five sepals, five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus leucocarpus 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 leucocarpus

Mallotus leucocarpus is native to India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Mallotus leucocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mallotus leucocarpus?

Mallotus leucocarpus

Where is Mallotus leucocarpus native to?

Southeast Asia

What is the growth habit of Mallotus leucocarpus?

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-118949: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.