Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
klotzschianum
ID:
708641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andersson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 1853: 228 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707974

Common Names

  • Gossypium klotzschianum
  • Klotzsch Cotton
  • Guayule Cotton

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Description

Gossypium klotzschianum (also called Klotzsch's Cotton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in sandy soils in desert scrub, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gossypium klotzschianum is used to make fabric and clothing. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and in the production of paper.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gossypium klotzschianum sub. davidsonii (Kellogg) Roberty

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gossypium klotzschianum are yellow and have 5 petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gossypium klotzschianum can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Gossypium klotzschianum

Gossypium klotzschianum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Baja California, Baja California Sur, Chihuahua, Durango, Sinaloa, and Sonora.

Gossypium klotzschianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gossypium klotzschianum?

Gossypium klotzschianum

What is the common name of Gossypium klotzschianum?

Klotzschian cotton

What is the natural habitat of Gossypium klotzschianum?

Gossypium klotzschianum is native to South America

Species in the Gossypium genus

Gossypium anomalum, Gossypium arboreum, Gossypium areysianum, Gossypium aridum, Gossypium australe, Gossypium barbadense, Gossypium bickii, Gossypium bricchettii, Gossypium californicum, Gossypium contextum, Gossypium costulatum, Gossypium cunninghamii, Gossypium darwinii, Gossypium dicladum, Gossypium ekmanianum, Gossypium enthyle, Gossypium exiguum, Gossypium gossypioides, Gossypium harknessii, Gossypium herbaceum, Gossypium hirsutum, Gossypium hirsutum, Gossypium hypadenum, Gossypium incanum, Gossypium irenaeum, Gossypium klotzschianum, Gossypium laxum, Gossypium lobatum, Gossypium londonderriense, Gossypium longicalyx, Gossypium marchantii, Gossypium morrilli, Gossypium mustelinum, Gossypium nelsonii, Gossypium nobile, Gossypium patens, Gossypium pilosum, Gossypium populifolium, Gossypium pulchellum, Gossypium raimondii, Gossypium robinsonii, Gossypium rotundifolium, Gossypium schwendimanii, Gossypium somalense, Gossypium stocksii, Gossypium sturtianum, Gossypium thurberi, Gossypium timorense, Gossypium trifurcatum, Gossypium trilobum,

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,

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