Abutilon karachianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.A.Husain & Baquar
Source:
cmp
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 15: 226 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512022
Common Names
- Karachianum Abutilon
- Karachianum Indian Mallow
- Karachianum Abutilon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abutilon karachianum (also called Karachian Abutilon, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Asia. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates and grows in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Abutilon karachianum 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 karachianum has yellow flowers with five petals and a red center. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abutilon karachianum 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 karachianum
Abutilon karachianum is native to Pakistan and India. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and wastelands.
Abutilon karachianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abutilon karachianum?
Abutilon karachianum
What is the common name of Abutilon karachianum?
Karachi Mallow
What is the natural habitat of Abutilon karachianum?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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-2610728: Based on the initial data import
Syed Riaz Baquar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baquar' in the authors string.
Syed Afaq-Husain: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Husain' in the authors string.