Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
augustum
ID:
512155

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 341 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511487

Common Names

  • Augustum Abroma
  • Abroma augustum

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Synonyms

  • Theobroma augustum L. [unknown]
  • Abroma alatum Blanco [unknown]
  • Abroma angulatum Lam. [unknown]
  • Abroma angulosum Poir. [unknown]
  • Abroma commune Blanco [unknown]
  • Abroma denticulatum Miq. [unknown]
  • Abroma elongatum Lam. [unknown]
  • Abroma fastuosum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Abroma javanicum Miq. [unknown]
  • Abroma molle DC. [unknown]
  • Abroma obliquum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Abroma sinuosum G.Nicholson [unknown]
  • Abroma wheleri Retz. [unknown]
  • Theobroma mariae (Mart.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Ambroma augustum (L.) L.f. [unknown]

Description

Abroma augustum (also called Devil's cotton, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It has a rounded shape with a dense canopy and long, drooping branches. It grows in moist, warm climates in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abroma augustum is used for timber production, as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and for the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Abroma augustum are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are slender and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abroma augustum is a tropical plant native to India and Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Abroma augustum

Abroma augustum can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Abroma augustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abroma augustum?

Abroma augustum

What is the common name of Abroma augustum?

Devil's cotton

What is the natural habitat of Abroma augustum?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Abroma genus

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-2610167: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.