Abutilon arenarium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.White
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 53: 204 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511728
Common Names
- Sandy Abutilon
- Sandy Indian Mallow
- Sandy Chinese Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abutilon arenarium (also called Indian Mallow, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Myanmar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands, scrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Abutilon arenarium is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used for making furniture, construction, and paper production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abutilon arenarium has yellow flowers with five petals and a red center. The seeds are small, round, and brown. The seedlings have small, round, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abutilon arenarium is a shrub or small tree that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Abutilon arenarium
Abutilon arenarium can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Abutilon arenarium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abutilon arenarium?
Abutilon arenarium
What type of plant is Abutilon arenarium?
Abutilon arenarium is a shrub
Where is Abutilon arenarium native to?
Abutilon arenarium is native to South America
Species in the Abutilon genus
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, Abutilon eremitopetalum, Abutilon erythraeum, Abutilon eufigarii, Abutilon exonemum, Abutilon exstipulare, Abutilon falcatum, Abutilon flanaganii, Abutilon fraseri, Abutilon fruticosum, Abutilon fugax, Abutilon fuscicalyx, Abutilon galpinii, Abutilon gebauerianum,
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-2610458: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.