Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticosum
ID:
512580

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill. & Perr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent. : 70 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511912

Common Names

  • Fruticosum Abutilon
  • Abutilon Fruticosum
  • Abutilon

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Synonyms

  • Sida kotschyi Hochst. ex Mast. [unknown]
  • Abutilon denticulatum (Fresen.) Webb [unknown]
  • Abutilon dubium Mattei [unknown]
  • Abutilon fruticosum chrysocarpum Blatt. & Hallb. [unknown]
  • Abutilon fruticosum microphyllum (A.Rich.) Abedin [unknown]
  • Abutilon fruticosum saidae Abedin [unknown]
  • Abutilon microphyllum A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Abutilon nuttallii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Abutilon texense Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sida perrottetiana D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Sida denticulata Fresen. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon fruticosum (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 fruticosum 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 fruticosum var. hepperi Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon fruticosum 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 fruticosum 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 fruticosum

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

Abutilon fruticosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon fruticosum?

Abutilon fruticosum

What is the common name of Abutilon fruticosum?

Shrubby Abutilon

What is the family of Abutilon fruticosum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610628: Based on the initial data import
George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.