Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somalense
ID:
512959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattei

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Boll. Reale Orto Bot. Palermo , n.s., 1: 81 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512291



Common Names

  • Somali Abutilon
  • Somali Indian Mallow
  • Somali Velvetleaf


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Description

Abutilon somalense (also called Somali Abutilon, among many other common names) is a flowering shrub native to Somalia. 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 somalense is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon somalense 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 somalense is an evergreen 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 somalense

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

Abutilon somalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon somalense?

Abutilon somalense

What is the common name of Abutilon somalense?

Somali Abutilon

What is the natural habitat of Abutilon somalense?

It is native to Somalia.

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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