Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tirunelveliensis
ID:
1333523

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kalaiselvan, Selvak. & Rajakumar

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 39(1): 87. 2016 [Mar 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345977



Common Names

  • Corchorus tirunelveliensis
  • Tirunelveli Corchorus
  • Tirunelveli Corchorus Plant


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Description

Corchorus tirunelveliensis (also called 'Tirunelveli Corchorus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to India, and is found in dry, sunny habitats. It has bright green, ovate leaves and produces clusters of white, yellow and red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Corchorus tirunelveliensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corchorus tirunelveliensis is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corchorus tirunelveliensis is a shrub native to India. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.

Where to Find Corchorus tirunelveliensis

Corchorus tirunelveliensis is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Corchorus tirunelveliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corchorus tirunelveliensis?

Corchorus tirunelveliensis

What is the common name of Corchorus tirunelveliensis?

None

Where is Corchorus tirunelveliensis native to?

India

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

T.J.S. Rajakumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rajakumar' in the authors string.
R. Selvakumari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Selvak.' in the authors string.
P. Kalaiselvan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kalaiselvan' in the authors string.