Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
moschatus
ID:
511556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Medik.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1787

Citation Micro:
Malvenfam. : 46 (1787)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510888

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus moschatus
  • Moschatus Abelmoschus
  • Musk Abelmoschus

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Synonyms

  • Abelmoschus abelmoschus H.Karst. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus betulifolia Wall. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus chinensis Wall. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus ciliaris Walp. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus cryptocarpus Walp. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus cubensis Walp. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus cucurbitaceus Walp. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus haenkeanus C.Presl [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus marianus C.Presl [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus moschatus betulifolius (Mast.) Hochr. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus moschatus haenkeanus (C.Presl) Merr. [valid]
  • Abelmoschus moschatus lanyunatus S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus palustris Walp. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus pseudoabelmoschus Blume [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus roseus (Thore) Walp. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus sublobatus C.Presl [unknown]
  • Hibiscus abelmoschus L. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus abelmoschus betulifolius Mast. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus abelmoschus genuinus Hochr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus ciliaris C.Presl [unknown]
  • Hibiscus flavescens Cav. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus haenkeanus Fern.-Vill. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus pseud-abelmoschus Blume [unknown]
  • Hibiscus roxburghii Steud. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus sublobatus Hochr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus moschatus Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus collinsianus Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Hibiscus pseudo-abelmoschus Blume [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus lanyunatus (S.S.Ying) S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Hibiscus abelmoschus multiformis Mast. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus moschatus multiformis (Mast.) Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Abelmoschus moschatus (also called 'Musk Okra' and 'Musk Mallow', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abelmoschus moschatus is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Abelmoschus moschatus sub. biakensis (Hochr.) Borss.Waalk.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abelmoschus moschatus has yellow flowers with a musky scent. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abelmoschus moschatus 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 moschatus

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

Abelmoschus moschatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus moschatus?

Abelmoschus moschatus

Where is Abelmoschus moschatus native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

What type of plant is Abelmoschus moschatus?

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,

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