Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neelgherrense
ID:
512795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Munro

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Ill. Ind. Bot. : t. 66 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512127



Common Names

  • Neelgherrense Abutilon
  • Neelgherrense Indian Mallow
  • Neelgherrense Abutilon


Searching for Abutilon neelgherrense? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Sida neelgerrensis Steud. [unknown]
  • Abutilon neelgherrense fischeri T.K.Paul & M.P.Nayar [unknown]

Description

Abutilon neelgherrense (also called Indian abutilon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It grows in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon neelgherrense 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 neelgherrense 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.

Searching for Abutilon neelgherrense? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon neelgherrense is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Abutilon neelgherrense

Abutilon neelgherrense 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 neelgherrense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon neelgherrense?

Abutilon neelgherrense

What is the family of Abutilon neelgherrense?

Malvaceae

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon neelgherrense?

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,

References