Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
708477

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) Skovsted

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
New Phytol. 46: 131 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707810



Common Names

  • Gossypioides kirkii
  • Kirk's Gossypioides
  • Gossypioides


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Synonyms

  • Gossypium kirkii Mast. [unknown]
  • Gossypium kirkii brevilanatum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Gossypioides kirkii (also called Kirk's Gossypioides, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in dry, rocky areas. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall, with soft, velvety leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gossypioides kirkii is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gossypioides kirkii is white and has a bell-shaped form. It has 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gossypioides kirkii is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to South Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Gossypioides kirkii

Gossypioides kirkii can be found in South Africa.

Gossypioides kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gossypioides kirkii?

Gossypioides kirkii

What is the common name of Gossypioides kirkii?

Kirk's Cotton

What is the natural habitat of Gossypioides kirkii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Gossypioides genus

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