Mallotus barbatus
Mallotus barbatus, commonly known as the "red-leaved mallotus," is a significant medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, this plant is traditionally used to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its bioactive compounds offer immense potential for developing modern therapeutic treatments.
- Scientific name: Mallotus barbatus
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Mallotus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mallotus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct Asian regions. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the borders of India. Furthermore, the species is distributed across the Indo-China region. Within this area, it is documented to grow in both Cambodia and Laos.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |