Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
620797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 337 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620129



Common Names

  • Orinocensis Jute
  • Orinocensis Hemp
  • Orinocensis Corchorus


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Synonyms

  • Corchorus argutus Kunth [unknown]
  • Corchorus argutus australis A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Corchorus argutus benthamii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus argutus blanchetii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus argutus longicarpus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Corchorus argutus prismatocarpa K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus hirtus orinocensis (Kunth) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corchorus prismatocarpus A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Corchorus argutus prismatocarpus (A.St.-Hil.) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Corchorus orinocensis (also called Orinoco 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 orinocensis 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 orinocensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Corchorus orinocensis 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 orinocensis

Corchorus orinocensis is native to South America.

Corchorus orinocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corchorus orinocensis?

Corchorus orinocensis

What is the common name of Corchorus orinocensis?

Orinoco jute

What is the natural habitat of Corchorus orinocensis?

Dry forests and woodlands

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