Corchorus puberulus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Halford
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 607 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620149
Common Names
- Puberulus Jute
- Puberulus Hemp
- Puberulus Corchorus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corchorus puberulus (also called Pubescent 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 puberulus 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 puberulus 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 puberulus 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 puberulus
Corchorus puberulus is native to Africa.
Corchorus puberulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corchorus puberulus?
Corchorus puberulus
What is the common name of Corchorus puberulus?
Downy jute
What is the natural habitat of Corchorus puberulus?
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-2736449: Based on the initial data import
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.