Pseudabutilon thurberi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thurberi
ID:
1242317
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) Fryxell
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 21: 189 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001241655
Common Names
- Thurber's False Abutilon
- Thurber's False Abutilons
- Pseudabutilon thurberi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudabutilon thurberi (also called Thurber's Abutilon, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala and grows in dry montane forests. It has a woody stem with large, lobed leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudabutilon thurberi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudabutilon thurberi has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseudabutilon thurberi is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a sterile, moist medium.
Where to Find Pseudabutilon thurberi
Pseudabutilon thurberi is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Pseudabutilon thurberi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudabutilon thurberi?
Pseudabutilon thurberi
What is the common name of Pseudabutilon thurberi?
Thurber's False Abutilon
Where is Pseudabutilon thurberi found?
Pseudabutilon thurberi is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Species in the Pseudabutilon genus
Pseudabutilon orientale, Pseudabutilon scabrum, Pseudabutilon umbellatum, Pseudabutilon benense, Pseudabutilon ellipticum, Pseudabutilon harleyi, Pseudabutilon aristulosum, Pseudabutilon pedunculatum, Pseudabutilon callimorphum, Pseudabutilon nigropunctulatum, Pseudabutilon depauperatum, Pseudabutilon virgatum, Pseudabutilon cinereum, Pseudabutilon cowanii, Pseudabutilon cymosum, Pseudabutilon glomeratum, Pseudabutilon leucothrix, Pseudabutilon pintoi, Pseudabutilon thurberi,
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 tro-50114417: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.