Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
angulosus
ID:
511504

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. : 53 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510836

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus angulosus
  • Angled Abelmoschus
  • Angled Okra

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Synonyms

  • Abelmoschus angulosus grandiflorus Thwaites [valid]
  • Hibiscus molochinus Alston [unknown]
  • Hibiscus primulinus Alston [unknown]
  • Hymenocalyx variabilis Zenker [unknown]

Description

Abelmoschus angulosus (also called 'Angled okra', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet tropical forests. It is an evergreen perennial herb with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Abelmoschus angulosus is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Yellow, with a tubular corolla, up to 5 cm long. Seed: Small, black, ovoid. Seedlings: Young leaves are green, elliptic-oblong, with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abelmoschus angulosus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, shady area and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Abelmoschus angulosus

Abelmoschus angulosus can be found in India.

Abelmoschus angulosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus angulosus?

Abelmoschus angulosus

What is the family of Abelmoschus angulosus?

Malvaceae

What is the common name of Abelmoschus angulosus?

Angulosus abelmoschus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2609550: Based on the initial data import
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.