Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virginianum
ID:
513044

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 3: 44 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512376

Common Names

  • Virginia Abutilon
  • Virginia Indian Mallow
  • Virginia Velvetleaf

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Synonyms

  • Bastardiopsis eggersii (Baker f.) Fuertes & Fryxell [unknown]
  • Sida eggersii Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Abutilon virginianum (also called Chinese Lantern, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the United States. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has white flowers with five petals. It typically grows in open woodland, scrub, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Abutilon virginianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abutilon virginianum 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 virginianum is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3-4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Abutilon virginianum

Abutilon virginianum is native to the eastern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Abutilon virginianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abutilon virginianum?

Abutilon virginianum

What is the common name of Abutilon virginianum?

Indian mallow

What is the family of Abutilon virginianum?

Malvaceae

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,