Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haenkeanum
ID:
512621

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 2: 115 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511953

Common Names

  • Abutilon Haenkeanum
  • Haenkeanum Abutilon
  • Abutilon of Haenk

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Synonyms

  • Sida presliana D.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon haenkeanum (also called Haenke's 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 haenkeanum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon haenkeanum 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 haenkeanum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, sandy medium.

Where to Find Abutilon haenkeanum

Abutilon haenkeanum 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 haenkeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon haenkeanum?

Abutilon haenkeanum

What is the common name of Abutilon haenkeanum?

Haenke's Abutilon

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon haenkeanum?

Abutilon haenkeanum 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