Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtus
ID:
620740

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 747 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620072



Common Names

  • Hirtus Jute
  • Hirtus Hemp
  • Hirtus Corchorus


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Synonyms

  • Riddellia antiphyla Raf. [unknown]
  • Maerlensia hirsuta Vell. [unknown]
  • Antiphyla serrata Raf. [deprecated]
  • Corchorus biflorus Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Corchorus bullatus J.Jacq. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus adscendens K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus argentinensis Rodrigo [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus brasiliensis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus cuyabensis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus glabellus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus hilariana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus humilis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus longepetiolatus Monteiro [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus martii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus pilosa (Kunth) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus villosissima K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus humilis A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Corchorus lasiolobus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Corchorus mompoxensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Corchorus pilolobus Link [unknown]
  • Corchorus pilosus Kunth [unknown]
  • Corchorus tetrangulus Langsd. [unknown]
  • Corchorus tortipes A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Corchorus villosissimus A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus pilolobus (Link) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Corchorus hirtus (also called Jute, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, such as disturbed areas, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Corchorus hirtus is a plant native to India and is used as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corchorus hirtus 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 hirtus 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 hirtus

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

Corchorus hirtus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corchorus hirtus?

Corchorus hirtus

What are the common names of Corchorus hirtus?

Hairy jute, hairy mallow

What is the typical habitat of Corchorus hirtus?

It is found in moist or wet areas, such as near streams, ponds, and marshes

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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