Status:
valid
Authors:
(Scheele) D.M.Bates
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 340 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527122
Common Names
- Allowissadula holosericea
- Holosericea Allowissadula
- Holosericea
Synonyms
- Abutilon holosericeum Scheele [unknown]
- Abutilon marshii Standl. [unknown]
- Wissadula holosericea (Scheele) Garcke [unknown]
- Wissadula insignis R.E.Fr. [unknown]
Description
Allowissadula holosericea (also called Hairy Bulrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Allowissadula holosericea is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allowissadula holosericea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allowissadula holosericea is a tropical shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.
Where to Find Allowissadula holosericea
Allowissadula holosericea is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Allowissadula holosericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allowissadula holosericea?
Allowissadula holosericea
What is the common name of Allowissadula holosericea?
Hairy Allowissadula
Where is Allowissadula holosericea found?
It is found in China
Species in the Allowissadula genus
Allowissadula chiangii,
Allowissadula floribunda,
Allowissadula glandulosa,
Allowissadula holosericea,
Allowissadula lozanii,
Allowissadula microcalyx,
Allowissadula pringlei,
Allowissadula racemosa,
Allowissadula rosei,
Allowissadula sessei,
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,