Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mitchellii
ID:
512771

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 201 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512103



Common Names

  • Mitchellii Abutilon
  • Mitchellii Indian Mallow
  • Mitchellii Abutilon


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Synonyms

  • Abutilaea cryptantha F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Abutilon mitchellii mollissimum Benth. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon mitchellii (also called Mitchell's 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 mitchellii 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

The flower of Abutilon mitchellii is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon mitchellii 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 mitchellii

Abutilon mitchellii is native to Brazil. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and wastelands.

Abutilon mitchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon mitchellii?

Abutilon mitchellii

What is the family of Abutilon mitchellii?

Malvaceae

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon mitchellii?

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,

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