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Corchorus torresianus
Scientific Name: Corchorus torresianus
Family: Tiliaceae
Category: Dicot
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Corchorus torresianus
Corchorus torresianus, described by Charles Gaudichaud-Beaupré, is also known by the common names Wild Jute and Native Jute.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Corchorus torresianus Gaudich.
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Family: Malvaceae (sometimes also listed under Tiliaceae or Grewiaceae in older classifications)
- Synonyms: Corchorus torresianus var. yunckeri Fosberg is a synonym of Corchorus torresianus Gaudich.
Distribution and Habitat
This species is native to Micronesia, New Caledonia, and the Tuamotus, including the Cook Islands.
Morphological Characteristics
Corchorus torresianus is described as a perennial plant featuring simple, alternate, and petiolate leaves.
Ecology
On some islands, Corchorus torresianus can be found restricted to specific areas, such as the north side of an island, suggesting particular habitat preferences or possibly competition with other species.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
- United States National Herbarium