Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jacq.) Medik.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1787
Citation Micro:
Malvenfam. : 28 (1787)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512081
Common Names
- Mauritianum Abutilon
- Mauritianum Indian Mallow
- Mauritianum Abutilon
Synonyms
- Sida mauritiana Jacq. [unknown]
- Abutilon indicum microphyllum Hochr. [unknown]
- Abutilon longicuspe hildebrandtii Baker f. [unknown]
- Abutilon longipes Mattei [unknown]
- Pavonia patens Chiov. [unknown]
- Sida patens Andrews [unknown]
Description
Abutilon mauritianum (also called Mauritianum Abutilon, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Abutilon mauritianum 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Abutilon mauritianum var. cabrae (De Wild. & T.Durand) Verdc.
Abutilon mauritianum sub. zanzibaricum (Mast.) Verdc.
Abutilon mauritianum var. epilosum Verdc.
Abutilon mauritianum var. brevicalyx Verdc.
Abutilon mauritianum var. grandiflorum Verdc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abutilon mauritianum has yellow flowers with a dark red center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Abutilon mauritianum is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Abutilon mauritianum
Abutilon mauritianum is native to Mauritius. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and wastelands.
Abutilon mauritianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abutilon mauritianum?
Abutilon mauritianum
What is the family of Abutilon mauritianum?
Malvaceae
What is the natural habitat of Abutilon mauritianum?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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,