Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austroafricanum
ID:
512419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 6: 25 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511751

Common Names

  • Austro-African Abutilon
  • Austro-African Indian Mallow
  • Austro-African Chinese Bellflower

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Description

Abutilon austroafricanum (also called South African Abutilon, among many other common names) is a shrub with large, lobed, velvety leaves and yellow, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, tropical forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon austroafricanum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon austroafricanum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon austroafricanum is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Abutilon austroafricanum

Abutilon austroafricanum can be found in South Africa, in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape.

Abutilon austroafricanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon austroafricanum?

Abutilon austroafricanum

What type of plant is Abutilon austroafricanum?

Abutilon austroafricanum is a shrub

Where is Abutilon austroafricanum native to?

Abutilon austroafricanum 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,