Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinense
ID:
512955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 18: t. 170 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512287



Common Names

  • Chinese Abutilon
  • Chinese Indian Mallow
  • Chinese Velvetleaf


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Synonyms

  • Abutilon sinense sinense [unknown]

Description

Abutilon sinense (also called Chinese Abutilon, among many other common names) is a flowering shrub native to China. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers with red centers. It prefers warm, humid climates and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon sinense is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used in gardens, borders, and containers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Abutilon sinense var. edentatum K.M.Feng

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon sinense has yellow, bell-shaped flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abutilon sinense is a tender perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny spot. Water regularly to keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Abutilon sinense

Abutilon sinense is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Abutilon sinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon sinense?

Abutilon sinense

What is the common name of Abutilon sinense?

Chinese Abutilon

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon sinense?

It is native to China.

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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