Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
wrayi
ID:
235451

Status:
valid

Authors:
King ex Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 433 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234782



Common Names

  • Wray's Mallotus
  • Wray's Kamala
  • Wray's Indian Kamala


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Synonyms

  • Kunstlerodendron cuspidatum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Mallotus wrayi (also called Wray's Croton, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, leathery leaves. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mallotus wrayi 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 wrayi 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 wrayi is an evergreen, woody shrub native to tropical Asia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Mallotus wrayi

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

Mallotus wrayi FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Mallotus wrayi?

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

What type of soil is best for Mallotus wrayi?

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

How much light does Mallotus wrayi need?

Mallotus wrayi 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-119120: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.