Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
527790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scheele) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 340 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527122

Common Names

  • Allowissadula holosericea
  • Holosericea Allowissadula
  • Holosericea

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Synonyms

  • Abutilon holosericeum Scheele [unknown]
  • Abutilon marshii Standl. [unknown]
  • Wissadula holosericea (Scheele) Garcke [unknown]
  • Wissadula insignis R.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Allowissadula holosericea (also called Hairy Bulrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Allowissadula holosericea is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allowissadula holosericea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allowissadula holosericea is a tropical shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Allowissadula holosericea

Allowissadula holosericea is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Allowissadula holosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allowissadula holosericea?

Allowissadula holosericea

What is the common name of Allowissadula holosericea?

Hairy Allowissadula

Where is Allowissadula holosericea found?

It is found in China

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-2629766: Based on the initial data import
George Heinrich Adolf Scheele (1808-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheele' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.