Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psammophilus
ID:
620814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Codd

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 14: 221 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620146



Common Names

  • Psammophilus Jute
  • Psammophilus Hemp
  • Psammophilus Corchorus


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Description

Corchorus psammophilus (also called Sand 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 psammophilus 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 psammophilus 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 psammophilus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks during the growing season. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches.

Where to Find Corchorus psammophilus

Corchorus psammophilus is native to Africa.

Corchorus psammophilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corchorus psammophilus?

Corchorus psammophilus

What is the common name of Corchorus psammophilus?

Sand-loving jute

What is the natural habitat of Corchorus psammophilus?

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,