Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitifolia
ID:
356878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Neue Schriften Ges. Naturf. Freunde Berlin 2: 107 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356210



Common Names

  • Kitaibela vitifolia
  • Kitaibela
  • Vitifolia


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Synonyms

  • Malope vitifolia (Willd.) Hegi [unknown]

Description

Kitaibela vitifolia (also called Grape-leaved Kitaibela, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Asia. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, and has a conical shape with ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Kitaibela vitifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for deer, elk, and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kitaibela vitifolia is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kitaibela vitifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Kitaibela vitifolia

Kitaibela vitifolia is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba and the Bahamas south to Trinidad and Tobago.

Kitaibela vitifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kitaibela vitifolia?

Kitaibela vitifolia

What is the common name of Kitaibela vitifolia?

Grape-leaved Kitaibela

What is the natural habitat of Kitaibela vitifolia?

Woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Kitaibela 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