Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capsularis
ID:
620698

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 529 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620030



Common Names

  • Capsularis Corchorus
  • Corchorus capsularis
  • Corchorus capsularis


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Synonyms

  • Rhizanota cannabina Lour. ex Gomes Mach. [unknown]
  • Corchorus cordifolius Salisb. [unknown]
  • Corchorus marua Buch.-Ham. [unknown]

Description

Corchorus capsularis (also called 'Capsular 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 capsularis 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

The flower of Corchorus capsularis is yellow and star-shaped, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corchorus capsularis is a fast-growing, annual herb that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Corchorus capsularis

Corchorus capsularis can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Corchorus capsularis FAQ

What are the common names of Corchorus capsularis?

Jute, Jew's Mallow

What is the natural habitat of Corchorus capsularis?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

What is the growth rate of Corchorus capsularis?

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,

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