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(Abutilon hypoleucum)
Whiteleaf Indian Mallow (Abutilon hypoleucum)
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Photo by: Sarah Sarah | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ | Attribution: Sarah Sarah (cc-by-sa) | Rights Holder: Sarah Sarah | Publisher: PlantNet | Date Created: 2019-06-24T09:18:37.378Z | Title: Abutilon hypoleucum A. Gray: flower | Notes: |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Deer Park, New York
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 9" - 87" | 42" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 72°F - 100°F | 82°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 34°F - 68°F | 24°F | Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant | Too cold |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Abutilon hypoleucum, commonly known as Whiteleaf Indian Mallow, is a deciduous shrub or subshrub native to semi-arid regions, including scrublands and rocky hillsides in Central and Northeastern Mexico, as well as parts of Texas. It typically grows to a height of 5-6 feet (1.5-1.8 meters) and a width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters). The plant features heart-shaped leaves with a white-felted underside, giving it its common name. It produces showy, bell-shaped flowers that are yellow with a touch of orange, blooming sporadically throughout the year, with a peak in the warmer months.
Whiteleaf Indian Mallow is valued for its drought tolerance and the ornamental quality of its flowers and distinctive foliage. It is suitable for xeriscaping, wildlife gardens, and as an informal hedge or specimen plant in areas with a Mediterranean climate. It thrives in part shade to full sun, requiring low amounts of water once established, and prefers well-drained soils. While generally low-maintenance, it may need protection from frost in colder climates.CC BY-SA 4.0
Whiteleaf Indian Mallow is valued for its drought tolerance and the ornamental quality of its flowers and distinctive foliage. It is suitable for xeriscaping, wildlife gardens, and as an informal hedge or specimen plant in areas with a Mediterranean climate. It thrives in part shade to full sun, requiring low amounts of water once established, and prefers well-drained soils. While generally low-maintenance, it may need protection from frost in colder climates.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub, Subshrub
- Height: 5-6 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow, Orange
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Semi-arid regions, scrublands, and rocky hillsides in Central and Northeastern Mexico, as well as parts of Texas
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: Abutilon hypoleucum, Abutilon subsagittatum, Abutilon selerianum
GBIF Accepted Name: Abutilon hypoleucum A.Gray