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(Abutilon incanum)
Hoary Abutilon (Abutilon incanum)
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Katja Schulz
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Photo by: Katja Schulz | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Katja Schulz | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2016-02-24T15:47:02-08:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Abutilon incanum, commonly known as Hoary Abutilon, is an evergreen perennial subshrub or herb native to arid desert regions and rocky slopes in the Southwestern United States and Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 2-6 feet and a width of 4-6 feet. The plant features heart-shaped, slightly hairy leaves and a profusion of lantern-shaped flowers that come in shades of pink, purple, red, and white, blooming throughout the year. The flowers are particularly showy, attracting pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies.
Hoary Abutilon is valued for its drought tolerance and year-round flowering, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and low-water-use gardens. It is often used in rock gardens, as a border plant, or integrated into native plant landscapes. This plant thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil, preferably sandy or rocky. It is adapted to desert conditions, needing only occasional water once established, and can tolerate mild winters but may need protection from frost in cooler climates. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to whiteflies and spider mites in cultivation. Hoary Abutilon is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Hoary Abutilon is valued for its drought tolerance and year-round flowering, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and low-water-use gardens. It is often used in rock gardens, as a border plant, or integrated into native plant landscapes. This plant thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil, preferably sandy or rocky. It is adapted to desert conditions, needing only occasional water once established, and can tolerate mild winters but may need protection from frost in cooler climates. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to whiteflies and spider mites in cultivation. Hoary Abutilon is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub, Herb
- Height: 2-6 feet
- Width: 4-6 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, Purple, Red, White
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Native to arid desert regions and rocky slopes in the Southwestern United States and Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Indian Mallow, Shrubby Indian Mallow, Pelotazo, Pelotazo Chico, Tronadora, Maʻo
Scientific Names: , Abutilon incanum, Abutilon pringlei, Abutilon incanum subsp. pringlei, Abutilon incanum subsp. incanum, Abutilon mochisense, Abutilon pringlei var. sinaloensis, Sida incana, Abutilon pringlei var. sinaloense,
GBIF Accepted Name: Abutilon incanum (Link) Sweet