Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
muliensis
ID:
511565

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Feng

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 4: 28 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510897

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus muliensis
  • Muliensis Abelmoschus
  • Muliensis Abelmoschus

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Description

Abelmoschus muliensis (also called 'Mulien' and 'Mulien Abelmoschus', 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 muliensis is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abelmoschus muliensis 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 muliensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Abelmoschus muliensis

Abelmoschus muliensis can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Abelmoschus muliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus muliensis?

Abelmoschus muliensis

Where is Abelmoschus muliensis native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

What type of plant is Abelmoschus muliensis?

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-2609606: Based on the initial data import
Feng Guomei (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Feng' in the authors string.