Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ficulneus
ID:
511533

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Wight & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Cat. Ind. Pl. 14. 1833

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510865

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus ficulneus
  • Ficulneus Abelmoschus
  • Ficulneus Okra

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Synonyms

  • Laguna sinuata Hornem. [unknown]
  • Laguna angulata hort. ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus alborubens Benth. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus alboruber F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus strictus (Roxb.) Voigt [unknown]
  • Hibiscus ficulneus alboruber (F.Muell.) Domin [unknown]
  • Hibiscus mauritianus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus prostratus Roxb. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus strictus Roxb. [unknown]
  • Laguna aculeata Cav. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus ficulneus L. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus sinuatus Cav. [unknown]

Description

Abelmoschus ficulneus (also called 'Ficulneus 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 ficulneus 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 ficulneus 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 ficulneus

Abelmoschus ficulneus is native to India and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Abelmoschus ficulneus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus ficulneus?

Abelmoschus ficulneus

Where is Abelmoschus ficulneus native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

What type of plant is Abelmoschus ficulneus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae

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-2609577: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
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.