Corchorus macropterus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.J.Leach & Cheek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 513 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620111
Common Names
- Macropterus Jute
- Macropterus Hemp
- Macropterus Corchorus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corchorus macropterus (also called Large-winged Jute, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia and is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Corchorus macropterus is used as a source of food, fiber, and medicine. It is also used as a natural dye and for its ornamental value in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Corchorus macropterus is small and yellow in color. The seed is small and round in shape. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corchorus macropterus is a fast-growing, annual herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in well-drained, moist soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in moist soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Corchorus macropterus
Corchorus macropterus is native to Africa.
Corchorus macropterus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corchorus macropterus?
Corchorus macropterus
What is the family of Corchorus macropterus?
Malvaceae
What is the common name of Corchorus macropterus?
Large-winged Jute
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-2736412: Based on the initial data import
Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Gregory Leach (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Leach' in the authors string.