Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxycarpum
ID:
512818

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 204 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512150



Common Names

  • Abutilon Oxycarpum
  • Oxycarpum Abutilon
  • Abutilon of Oxyc


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Synonyms

  • Abutilon australe Garcke [unknown]
  • Sida oxycarpa F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon oxycarpum (also called Chinese abutilon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to China, India, and Nepal. It grows in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon oxycarpum 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 oxycarpum var. incanum (Benth.) J.Black
Abutilon oxycarpum for. acutatum Benth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Abutilon oxycarpum 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 oxycarpum is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 22 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 oxycarpum

Abutilon oxycarpum 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 oxycarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon oxycarpum?

Abutilon oxycarpum

What is the common name of Abutilon oxycarpum?

Oxycarpum Abutilon

Where is Abutilon oxycarpum 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-2610844: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.