Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fraseri
ID:
512575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 2: 158 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511907

Common Names

  • Fraseri Abutilon
  • Abutilon Fraseri
  • Abutilon

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Synonyms

  • Abutilon fraseri parviflorum Benth. [unknown]
  • Sida fraseri Hook. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon fraseri (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 fraseri is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used in gardens, borders, and containers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Abutilon fraseri sub. diplotrichum (F.Muell.) R.M.Barker

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon fraseri has yellow flowers with five petals and a red center. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon fraseri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Abutilon fraseri

Abutilon fraseri can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Abutilon fraseri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon fraseri?

Abutilon fraseri

What is the common name of Abutilon fraseri?

Fraser's Abutilon

What is the family of Abutilon fraseri?

Malvaceae

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