Family: Malvaceae
Author: (L.) Sweet
Bibliography: Hort. Brit.: 54 (1826)
Year: 1826
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Abutilon
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Mascarenes, Trop. & Subtrop. Asia to W. Pacific
Description
Indian Abutilon, scientifically known as Abutilon indicum, is a robust and versatile plant belonging to the family Malvaceae. Originally documented in the Hort. Brit. in 1826 by botanist L. Sweet, this species has since been observed in a variety of locales, ranging from the Mascarenes to Tropical and Subtropical regions of Asia, extending as far as the Western Pacific.
One of the most remarkable aspects of Indian Abutilon is its adaptability to different environmental conditions, thriving in both tropical and subtropical climates. The plant is recognized for its distinctive heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow-orange flowers, which contribute to its aesthetic appeal in garden settings.
Abutilon indicum also holds significant value in traditional medicine. The leaves, roots, and flowers have been employed in various remedies aimed at treating ailments such as coughs, fevers, and skin infections. In addition to its medicinal applications, the plant is acclaimed for its utility in soil stabilization and as a potential food source for livestock.
The widespread presence of Indian Abutilon across diverse geographical regions showcases its ecological resilience and versatility. Its combination of ornamental beauty, medicinal properties, and practical uses makes it a noteworthy species within the plant kingdom.
Indian Abutilon continues to be a subject of interest for botanists and horticulturists worldwide, who seek to further understand and harness the potential of this fascinating plant. Whether growing wild in nature or cultivated in gardens, Abutilon indicum remains a symbol of the intricate interconnections between plant life and human culture.
Common Names
Eng: abutilon, indian abutilon, indian lantern-flower, indian mallow, monkeybush
Deu: indische samtpappel
Spa: pelotazo chico
En: Indian abutilon, Indian lantern-flower, Indian mallow, Monkeybush, Country mallow, Indian lantern flower, Twelve-o’clock flower, Abutilon, American Indian-mallow
Ar: أبو طيلون هندي
Bn: দেশি পেটারি
Zh: 冬葵子
Fr: Marie l’Hôpital, Abutilon d’Inde, Mauve péi
De: Indische Samtpappel, Indische Schönmalve
He: אבוטילון הודי
Id: Kembang sore
Kn: ಕುರುವೆಗಿಡ
Ml: ഊരം
Mr: पेटारी
Or: ପେଡ଼ିପେଡ଼ିକା
Es: Pelotazo chico
Zh-tw: 冬葵子
Ta: துத்திக்கீரை
Te: దువ్వెన బెండ
Th: ครอบฟันสี
Vi: Cối xay
Synonyms
- Abutilon elongatum (Moench)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Andaman Is. (native)
- Assam (native)
- Bangladesh (native)
- Cambodia (native)
- Caroline Is. (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- East Himalaya (native)
- Gilbert Is. (native)
- Hainan (native)
- Howland-Baker Is. (native)
- India (native)
- Kazan-retto (native)
- Laccadive Is. (native)
- Laos (native)
- Lesser Sunda Is. (native)
- Malaya (native)
- Maldives (native)
- Marianas (native)
- Mauritius (native)
- Myanmar (native)
- Nansei-shoto (native)
- Nauru (native)
- Nepal (native)
- Nicobar Is. (native)
- Northern Territory (native)
- Ogasawara-shoto (native)
- Oman (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Philippines (native)
- Queensland (native)
- Rodrigues (native)
- Réunion (native)
- South China Sea (native)
- Sri Lanka (native)
- Sulawesi (native)
- Taiwan (native)
- Thailand (native)
- Vietnam (native)
- Western Australia (native)
- Brazil North (introduced)
- Chagos Archipelago (introduced)
- Colombia (introduced)
- Comoros (introduced)
- Cuba (introduced)
- Fiji (introduced)
- Haiti (introduced)
- Hawaii (introduced)
- Iraq (introduced)
- Jamaica (introduced)
- Leeward Is. (introduced)
- Line Is. (introduced)
- Madeira (introduced)
- Niue (introduced)
- Norfolk Is. (introduced)
- Peru (introduced)
- Puerto Rico (introduced)
- Rwanda (introduced)
- Seychelles (introduced)
- Society Is. (introduced)
- Tokelau-Manihiki (introduced)
- Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)
- Tuamotu (introduced)
- Tubuai Is. (introduced)
- Turks-Caicos Is. (introduced)
- Wake I. (introduced)
- Windward Is. (introduced)
Additional Images
Bark
Taken Sep 10, 2008 by Maarten Vanhove (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 10, 2008 by Maarten Vanhove (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Dec 15, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Hugo SANTACREU (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 4, 2021 by arumugam sivakumar (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 13, 2022 by Vicky Hudson (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 8, 2022 by Yathish Rao (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Jan 3, 2011 by EOL − Harshjeet Singh Bal (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 3, 2011 by EOL − Harshjeet Singh Bal (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 3, 2011 by EOL − Harshjeet Singh Bal (cc-by-nc)
Taken May 29, 2020 by Jitendra Kumar Sahoo (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 11, 2020 by Noel Dionson (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 11, 2020 by Noel Dionson (cc-by-sa)
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Habit
Taken Jun 20, 2022 by Audrey Raoul (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Keystone Foundation (cc-by)
Taken Nov 23, 2022 by Dr SAURABH SACHAN (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Endemia – Julien Barrault (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jul 16, 2018 by Hugo SANTACREU (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jun 8, 2009 by EOL − Michael Kesl (public)
Taken Sep 9, 2020 by Matthieu Gebus (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 26, 2019 by Prakash Rudraraju (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 12, 2020 by indu sankhla (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1101632-2)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3152634)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Abutilon indicum (L.) Sweet)
