Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
taoyuanensis
ID:
806775

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.L.Peng & L.H.Yan

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 13: 74 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806109



Common Names

  • Mallotus taoyuanensis
  • Taoyuanensis Mallotus
  • Mallotus Taoyuanensis


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Description

Mallotus taoyuanensis (also called Taoyuan Mallotus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to East Asia. It has small, yellow-green flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as on hillsides and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus taoyuanensis is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mallotus taoyuanensis is yellow and bell-shaped with 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mallotus taoyuanensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once established, it is a low-maintenance shrub that requires minimal pruning and occasional fertilization.

Where to Find Mallotus taoyuanensis

Mallotus taoyuanensis can be found in Taiwan.

Mallotus taoyuanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mallotus taoyuanensis?

Mallotus taoyuanensis

What is the family of Mallotus taoyuanensis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Mallotus taoyuanensis?

Taoyuan Mallotus

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-344378: Based on the initial data import
Chun Liang Peng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Peng' in the authors string.
Li Hong Yan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Yan' in the authors string.