Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
crinitus
ID:
511522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1: 39 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510854

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus crinitus
  • Hairy Abelmoschus
  • Hairy Okra

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Synonyms

  • Abelmoschus cancellatus (L.f.) Voigt [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus fusiformis Wall. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus hainanensis S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus racemosus (Lindl.) Wall. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus theiodes Voigt [unknown]
  • Hibiscus cancellatus Roxb. ex G.Don [illegitimate]
  • Hibiscus cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus bodinieri H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus crinitus Wall. ex G.Don [unknown]

Description

Abelmoschus crinitus (also called 'Hairy 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 crinitus 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 crinitus 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 crinitus

Abelmoschus crinitus can be found in India.

Abelmoschus crinitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus crinitus?

Abelmoschus crinitus

What are the common names of Abelmoschus crinitus?

Hairy Okra, Hairy Hibiscus, and Velvet Okra

Where is Abelmoschus crinitus found?

Abelmoschus crinitus is found in tropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia

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,

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