Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sathayensis
ID:
235403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Euphorb. Vietnam : 46 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234734



Common Names

  • Mallotus sathayensis
  • Ricinus sathayensis
  • Ricinus sathayensis var. sathayensis


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Description

Mallotus sathayensis (also called Red Kamala, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus sathayensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mallotus sathayensis is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus sathayensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, from India to China and Indonesia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Mallotus sathayensis

Mallotus sathayensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Mallotus sathayensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Mallotus sathayensis?

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

What type of soil is best for Mallotus sathayensis?

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

How much light does Mallotus sathayensis need?

Mallotus sathayensis 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