Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
malvacea
ID:
749848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Domin) M.G.Harr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 23: 439 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749181

Common Names

  • Dodonaea malvacea
  • Malvaceous Hopbush
  • Malvaceous Dodonaea

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Description

Dodonaea malvacea (also called 'Mallow Dodonaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dodonaea malvacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dodonaea malvacea is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dodonaea malvacea is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Dodonaea malvacea requires little maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Dodonaea malvacea

Dodonaea malvacea is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.

Dodonaea malvacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dodonaea malvacea?

Dodonaea malvacea

What is the common name of Dodonaea malvacea?

Mallow Dodonaea

What is the family of Dodonaea malvacea?

Sapindaceae

Species in the Dodonaea genus

Dodonaea amplisemina, Dodonaea scurra, Dodonaea adenophora, Dodonaea amblyophylla, Dodonaea aptera, Dodonaea baueri, Dodonaea biloba, Dodonaea boroniifolia, Dodonaea bursariifolia, Dodonaea caespitosa, Dodonaea camfieldii, Dodonaea ceratocarpa, Dodonaea concinna, Dodonaea coriacea, Dodonaea divaricata, Dodonaea ericoides, Dodonaea falcata, Dodonaea filifolia, Dodonaea filiformis, Dodonaea glandulosa, Dodonaea hackettiana, Dodonaea heteromorpha, Dodonaea hexandra, Dodonaea hirsuta, Dodonaea hispidula, Dodonaea humifusa, Dodonaea humilis, Dodonaea inaequifolia, Dodonaea intricata, Dodonaea lagunensis, Dodonaea lanceolata, Dodonaea larraeoides, Dodonaea lobulata, Dodonaea macrossanii, Dodonaea madagascariensis, Dodonaea megazyga, Dodonaea microzyga, Dodonaea multijuga, Dodonaea oxyptera, Dodonaea pachyneura, Dodonaea peduncularis, Dodonaea petiolaris, Dodonaea physocarpa, Dodonaea pinifolia, Dodonaea pinnata, Dodonaea platyptera, Dodonaea polyandra, Dodonaea polyzyga, Dodonaea procumbens, Dodonaea ptarmicifolia,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
M.G. Harrington: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Harr.' in the authors string.