Abutilon galpinii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Meeuse
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 7: 484 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511921
Common Names
- Galpinii Abutilon
- Abutilon Galpinii
- Abutilon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abutilon galpinii (also called Galpin's abutilon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and Mexico. It has a low, spreading form with small, oval leaves. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are small, round berries. It prefers dry, sandy soils and grows in both full sun and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Abutilon galpinii 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abutilon galpinii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abutilon galpinii 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 galpinii
Abutilon galpinii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Abutilon galpinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abutilon galpinii?
Abutilon galpinii
What is the common name of Abutilon galpinii?
Galpin's Abutilon
What is the family of Abutilon galpinii?
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-2610636: Based on the initial data import
Adrianus Dirk Jacob Meeuse (1914-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Meeuse' in the authors string.