Mallotus philippensis Seeds | Kamala Tree
LATIN NAME: Mallotus philippensis
COMMON NAME: Kamala Tree
Plant Profile
A distinctive member of its genus, Kamala Tree (Mallotus philippensis) is a tree in the spurge family. It is a tree of open, sunny, deep, rich, well-drained ground. Its flowers draw a steady traffic of bees and other beneficial insects. For the gardener, the sum of these traits is a plant that is easy to live with.
Science & Biotechnology
As part of the spurge family, Mallotus philippensis contributes to research on plant classification and adaptation, while nurseries and gardeners continue to trial it for cultivation. The upshot for anyone sowing it is reassurance — cultivated stock of this plant has a long, well-documented track record.
Uses & Benefits
In the garden, Kamala Tree earns its place in borders, containers and mixed plantings, and it also rewards growers who raise plants for cutting, drying or kitchen use. Kamala tree is a bright, useful tree of warm garden and study collection. It is a bright, useful tree of open, sunny, deep, rich, well-drained garden. Kamala seeds like a rich, loamy mix kept warm and steadily moist. Establishment is uncomplicated, and afterwards ordinary care suffices.
Mallotus species are Asian trees with folk records for liver and skin remedies; the kamala dye tree relative yields an orange-red traditional dye and anthelmintic resin.
Growing from Seed
Kamala Tree is one of those generous plants that come along well from seed. Use a fine, free-draining seed compost, scatter the seed evenly, cover it lightly and hold it just moist in good light. Grow the youngsters on steadily in pots until well rooted, then move them to their final positions.
Our Take
Once established, Kamala Tree largely looks after itself. Beginners will find it patient of imperfect technique.
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