Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
620799

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Domin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 22(89): 383 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620131



Common Names

  • Parviflorus Jute
  • Parviflorus Hemp
  • Parviflorus Corchorus


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Synonyms

  • Corchorus parviflorus gracilescens Domin [unknown]
  • Corchorus parviflorus ovatus Domin [unknown]
  • Corchorus walcottii parviflora Benth. [unknown]

Description

Corchorus parviflorus (also called Small-flowered 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 parviflorus 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 parviflorus is small and white 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 parviflorus 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 parviflorus

Corchorus parviflorus is native to Africa.

Corchorus parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corchorus parviflorus?

Corchorus parviflorus

What is the common name of Corchorus parviflorus?

Small-flowered jute

What is the natural habitat of Corchorus parviflorus?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2736432: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.