Status:
valid
Authors:
Deflers
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Esq. Geogr. Bot. : 49 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707828
Common Names
- Areysianum Cotton
- Gossypium Areysianum
- Areysianum
Synonyms
- Fugosia areysiana Deflers [unknown]
- Gossypium anomalum areysianum (Desf.) Roberty [unknown]
Description
Gossypium areysianum (also called Areysian Cotton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in dry, rocky areas. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall, with soft, velvety leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gossypium areysianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for making cloth.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gossypium areysianum is white and has a bell-shaped form. It has 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a hairy texture.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gossypium areysianum is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to South Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Gossypium areysianum
Gossypium areysianum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Gossypium areysianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gossypium areysianum?
Gossypium areysianum
What is the common name of Gossypium areysianum?
Areys Cotton
What is the natural habitat of Gossypium areysianum?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Gossypium genus
Gossypium anomalum,
Gossypium arboreum,
Gossypium areysianum,
Gossypium aridum,
Gossypium australe,
Gossypium barbadense,
Gossypium bickii,
Gossypium bricchettii,
Gossypium californicum,
Gossypium contextum,
Gossypium costulatum,
Gossypium cunninghamii,
Gossypium darwinii,
Gossypium dicladum,
Gossypium ekmanianum,
Gossypium enthyle,
Gossypium exiguum,
Gossypium gossypioides,
Gossypium harknessii,
Gossypium herbaceum,
Gossypium hirsutum,
Gossypium hirsutum,
Gossypium hypadenum,
Gossypium incanum,
Gossypium irenaeum,
Gossypium klotzschianum,
Gossypium laxum,
Gossypium lobatum,
Gossypium londonderriense,
Gossypium longicalyx,
Gossypium marchantii,
Gossypium morrilli,
Gossypium mustelinum,
Gossypium nelsonii,
Gossypium nobile,
Gossypium patens,
Gossypium pilosum,
Gossypium populifolium,
Gossypium pulchellum,
Gossypium raimondii,
Gossypium robinsonii,
Gossypium rotundifolium,
Gossypium schwendimanii,
Gossypium somalense,
Gossypium stocksii,
Gossypium sturtianum,
Gossypium thurberi,
Gossypium timorense,
Gossypium trifurcatum,
Gossypium trilobum,
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,