Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
montanus
ID:
235303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 78 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234634



Common Names

  • Mallotus Montanus
  • Montanus Mallotus
  • Mallotus of Montanus


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Synonyms

  • Coelodiscus montanus Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Mallotus montanus (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 montanus 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 montanus 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 montanus can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, divide the rhizomes in the spring or autumn and replant them in a pot or in the garden. For seed, sow the seeds in a pot or in the garden in the spring or autumn. The soil should be kept moist and the temperature should be kept between 18-21°C (65-70°F). The seedlings should be kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Mallotus montanus

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

Mallotus montanus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Mallotus montanus?

The ideal temperature for Mallotus montanus is between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Mallotus montanus?

A well-draining, organic-rich soil is best for Mallotus montanus.

How much light does Mallotus montanus need?

Mallotus montanus needs bright, indirect light.

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-118982: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.