Corchorus aulacocarpus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Halford
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 584 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620016
Common Names
- Aulacocarpus Corchorus
- Corchorus aulacocarpus
- Corchorus aulacocarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corchorus aulacocarpus (also called 'Aulacocarpous Corchorus', among many other common names) is a succulent plant with a rosette of leaves, native to Africa. It is found in rocky areas and dry river beds.
Uses & Benefits
Corchorus aulacocarpus is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Corchorus aulacocarpus has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the apex.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corchorus aulacocarpus is a tropical shrub native to India. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Corchorus aulacocarpus
Corchorus aulacocarpus can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Corchorus aulacocarpus FAQ
What are the common names of Corchorus aulacocarpus?
Aulacocarpus Jute
What is the natural habitat of Corchorus aulacocarpus?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
What is the growth rate of Corchorus aulacocarpus?
It grows at a fast rate.
Species in the Corchorus genus
Corchorus argillicola, Corchorus aestuans, Corchorus africanus, Corchorus angolensis, Corchorus aquaticus, Corchorus aspleniifolius, Corchorus aulacocarpus, Corchorus baldaccii, Corchorus brevicornutus, Corchorus capsularis, Corchorus carnarvonensis, Corchorus chrozophorifolius, Corchorus cinerascens, Corchorus confusus, Corchorus congener, Corchorus cunninghamii, Corchorus deccanensis, Corchorus depressus, Corchorus elachocarpus, Corchorus elderi, Corchorus erodioides, Corchorus fascicularis, Corchorus foliosus, Corchorus gillettii, Corchorus hamatus, Corchorus hirsutus, Corchorus hirtus, Corchorus hygrophilus, Corchorus incanus, Corchorus junodi, Corchorus kirkii, Corchorus laniflorus, Corchorus lasiocarpus, Corchorus leptocarpus, Corchorus longipedunculatus, Corchorus macropetalus, Corchorus macropterus, Corchorus merxmuelleri, Corchorus mitchellensis, Corchorus neocaledonicus, Corchorus obclavatus, Corchorus olitorius, Corchorus orinocensis, Corchorus parviflorus, Corchorus parvifolius, Corchorus pascuorum, Corchorus pinnatipartitus, Corchorus psammophilus, Corchorus pseudocapsularis, Corchorus pseudo-olitorius,
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-2736324: Based on the initial data import
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.