Spirabutilon citrinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citrinum
ID:
746411
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krapov.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 18: 25 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745744
Common Names
- Spirabutilon citrinum
- Citrinum Spirabutilon
- Citrine Spirabutilon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Spirabutilon citrinum (also called Citrine Spirabutilon, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Malvaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Spirabutilon citrinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spirabutilon citrinum is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Spirabutilon citrinum is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed.
Where to Find Spirabutilon citrinum
Spirabutilon citrinum is native to Brazil and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Spirabutilon citrinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spirabutilon citrinum?
Spirabutilon citrinum
What are the common names of Spirabutilon citrinum?
Citrinum
What is the natural habitat of Spirabutilon citrinum?
It is found in moist tropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America
Species in the Spirabutilon 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
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60453507-2: Based on the initial data import