Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cunninghamii
ID:
620711

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 3: 8 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620043



Common Names

  • Cunningham's Jute
  • Cunningham Jute
  • Cunninghams Jute


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Synonyms

  • Corchorus australis A.Cunn. ex F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Corchorus cunninghamii (also called Cunningham's Jute, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Corchorus cunninghamii 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 cunninghamii 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 cunninghamii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Corchorus cunninghamii

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

Corchorus cunninghamii FAQ

What are the best growing conditions for Corchorus cunninghamii?

Corchorus cunninghamii prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How often should I water Corchorus cunninghamii?

Corchorus cunninghamii should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What pests or diseases affect Corchorus cunninghamii?

Corchorus cunninghamii is generally pest and disease free.

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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