Other common names:
Elephant Ears, Indian Mallow Other scientific names: Abutilon abutilon, Abutilon avicennae, Sida abutilon French names:
Jute de Chine Family: Mallow Family (Malvaceae) Flowers: Summer; Yellow; 5 parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate, Simple, Entire Habitat: Fields and Open Areas Uses:
Excellent cordage can be made from the dried stem fibers.
Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 204 Native/Non-native:
Non-native Photographs:
79 photographs available, of which 11 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.
Range Map is at the bottom of the page
PLEASE NOTE: A coloured Province or State means this species occurs somewhere in that Province/State.
The entire Province/State is coloured, regardless of where in that Province/State it occurs.
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