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Mallotus oppositifolius (Mallotus oppositifolius)

Mallotus oppositifolius is a fast-growing evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa, known for its attractive foliage and medicinal uses.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of loam and compost is ideal. Tolerates a range of soil types if drainage is good.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Avoid harsh afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more in growing season, less in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of loam and compost is ideal. Tolerates a range of soil types if drainage is good.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

Small

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Synonyms
Acalypha dentata Schumach. & Thonn.
Claoxylon cordifolium Benth.
Croton oppositifolius Geiseler
Echinus oppositifolius (Geiseler) Baill.
Mallotus chevalieri Beille
Rottlera dentata Baill.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyEuphorbiaceae
  • genusMallotus
  • speciesMallotus oppositifolius
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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