Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandifolium
ID:
512609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Sweet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 53 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511941



Common Names

  • Grandifolium Abutilon
  • Abutilon Grandifolium
  • Abutilon


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Synonyms

  • Sida grandifolia Willd. [unknown]
  • Abutilon arnottianum (Gillies ex Hook.) Walp. [unknown]
  • Abutilon kauaiense Hochr. [unknown]
  • Abutilon molle Sweet [unknown]
  • Abutilon molle grandifolium (Willd.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Abutilon mollissimum sandwicense Hochr. [unknown]
  • Abutilon sordidum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Abutilon tortuosum Guill. & Perr. [unknown]
  • Sida arnottiana Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon grandifolium (also called Large-leaved Abutilon, among many other common names) is a flowering shrub native to South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers with red centers. It prefers warm, humid climates and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon grandifolium 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 grandifolium has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small plants with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon grandifolium 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 grandifolium

Abutilon grandifolium is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela. It can be found in moist forests and along streams, often in areas with full sun.

Abutilon grandifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon grandifolium?

Abutilon grandifolium

What is the common name of Abutilon grandifolium?

Large-leaved Abutilon

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon grandifolium?

Abutilon grandifolium is native to South America

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-2610654: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.