Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
512636

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 12(3): 437. 1891 [15 Jul 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511968



Common Names

  • Abutilon Hirsutum
  • Hirsutum Abutilon
  • Abutilon of Hirs


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Synonyms

  • Sida hirsuta Vell. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon hirsutum (also called Hairy Abutilon, among many other common names) is an annual shrub native to South America. It has small, hairy leaves and bell-shaped, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon hirsutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon hirsutum 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 hirsutum 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 hirsutum

Abutilon hirsutum 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 hirsutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon hirsutum?

Abutilon hirsutum

What is the common name of Abutilon hirsutum?

Hairy Abutilon

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon hirsutum?

Abutilon hirsutum 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-2610679: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.