Scientific Name: Mallotus discolor

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  • Common Name:
    Yellow Kamala, Kamala
  • Type:
    Medium tree.
  • Family:
    EUPHORBIACEAE
  • Fruit:
    3-lobed berries covered with orange-coloured powdery substance.
  • Vegetation Type:
    Rainforest
  • Species List:
    Batianoff 87,
Cultural Notes

Powder from seed capsules gives bright yellow dye

Landscaping Notes

Landscaping potential in suitable areas. Fire retardant species. Quick growing, it develops into a beautiful shade tree. Average soil. Bushy habit if grown in full sun.||Successfully propagated by Mooloolah Native Nursery||Successfully propagated by Barung Landcare||