Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persicum
ID:
512856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 19: 364 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512188



Common Names

  • Abutilon persicum
  • Persian Abutilon
  • Persian Flowering Maple


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Synonyms

  • Sida australis Hort.Berol. ex C.Presl [unknown]
  • Sida macrophylla Wall. [unknown]
  • Sida wallichii Steud. [unknown]
  • Abutilon oxyphyllum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Abutilon polyandrum (Roxb.) Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Abutilon sundaicum (Blume) G.Don [unknown]
  • Abutilon timoriense (DC.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Sida persica Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Sida polyandra Roxb. [unknown]
  • Sida sundaica Blume [unknown]
  • Sida timoriensis DC. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon persicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon persicum has yellow flowers with a dark red center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon persicum is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 50 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 persicum

Abutilon persicum is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Abutilon persicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon persicum?

Abutilon persicum

What is the common name of Abutilon persicum?

Persian abutilon

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon persicum?

It is native to Iran, Iraq, and Turkey

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-2610882: Based on the initial data import
Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.