Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
sagittifolius
ID:
511587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Lingnaam Agric. Rev. 2: 40 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510919

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus sagittifolius
  • Sagittifolius Abelmoschus
  • Arrow-leaf Abelmoschus

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Synonyms

  • Abelmoschus brevicapsulatus Hochr. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus coccineus S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus esquirolii (H.Lév.) S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus moschatus rugosus (Wight & Arn.) Hochr. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus moschatus tuberosus Borss.Waalk. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus rhodopetalus F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus rugosus Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus sharpei Copel. ex Merr. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus todayensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus vanoverberghii Merr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus bellicorus H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus brevicapsulatus Hochr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus hirtus Buch.-Ham. ex Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Hibiscus longifolius tuberosus Span. [valid]
  • Hibiscus rhodopetalus F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rhodopetalus angustisectus Domin [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rhodopetalus angustisectus Domin [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rhodopetalus chillagoensis Domin [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rugosus (Wight & Arn.) Mast. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus sharpei Hochr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus todayensis Hochr. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus coccineus acerifolius S.Y.Hu [valid]
  • Abelmoschus sagittifolius septentrionalis (Gagnep.) Merr. [valid]
  • Hibiscus sagittifolius septentrionalis Gagnep. [valid]
  • Hibiscus sagittifolius Kurz [unknown]
  • Hibiscus bodinieri brevicalyculata H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus bellicosus H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Abelmoschus sagittifolius (also called 'Arrowleaf Okra' and 'Arrowleaf 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 sagittifolius 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 sagittifolius 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 sagittifolius 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 sagittifolius

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

Abelmoschus sagittifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus sagittifolius?

Abelmoschus sagittifolius

Where is Abelmoschus sagittifolius native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

What type of plant is Abelmoschus sagittifolius?

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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