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false Indianmallow
Scientific Name: Allowissadula
Family: Malvaceae
Category: Dicot
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Indian Mallow and its Many Names
This page explores a group of plants often referred to as "Indian Mallow" or "False Indian-Mallow," encompassing several different species and genera. Understanding the correct scientific name is key to identifying these plants.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- Some sources mention Abutilon theophrasti (Indian Mallow) as potentially poisonous, although evidence is lacking. It's always prudent to supervise children and pets around unfamiliar plants.
Scientific Names and Common Names
- Anoda abutiloides: Commonly known as Indian Anoda or False Indian-mallow.
- Allowissadula holosericea: Known as Chisos Mountain False Indian-mallow.
- Abutilon theophrasti: Also known as Velvet Leaf, Indian Mallow, Pie-marker, Buttonweed, Butterprint, China Jute, Abutilon Hemp, Manchurian Jute, American Jute, Tientsin Jute.
- Abutilon hybridum: Indian Mallow
- Malvastrum americanum Commonly known as Indian Valley false mallow
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Malvaceae (Mallow Family)
- Synonyms:
- For Malvastrum americanum: Malva americana L., Malva spicata auct. non L., Malvastrum spicatum auct. non (L.) Gray, Malva blumeana
- Alternative Scientific Names:
- Abutilon abutiloides, Shrubby Indian mallow
Distribution and Habitat
- Allowissadula holosericea (Chisos Mountain False Indian-mallow) is native to the Chisos Mountains (NM).
- These shrubs are naturally found on dry, rocky soil in open woodlands.
Ecological Role
- Anoda abutiloides is a native herbaceous perennial that serves as a butterfly and moth larval host and is bee-pollinated.
- Some species within this group can be considered invasive in certain regions.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- False Mallow is described as a strong-stemmed, woody-rooted herb, growing up to 1 meter tall.
- The plant is usually smaller, velvel-hairy with characteristic 4-rayed
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Indian Mallow (Abutilon spp.) can serve as a host plant for the Mallow Scrub-Hairstreak butterfly (Strymon istapa).
- Abutilon (Indian mallow) is affected by false spider mites.
Resources and Further Information
- BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs. ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Anoda%20abutiloides
- ITIS Web Link
- Dave's Garden Plant Database
- Encyclopedia.com