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Jew's-mallow

Corchorus olitorius

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (France, Sweden), North America (Cuba), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Corchorus olitorius (Jew's-mallow)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish yute

French corète potagère

German Langkapseljute

Portuguese juta

Arabic meloukhia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jew's-mallow?

The scientific name of Jew's-mallow is Corchorus olitorius. It belongs to the genus Corchorus.

Where does Jew's-mallow live?

Jew's-mallow is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (France, Sweden), North America (Cuba), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Burundi, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, Cyprus, Fiji, France, Guinea.

What family does Jew's-mallow belong to?

Jew's-mallow (Corchorus olitorius) belongs to the genus Corchorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

What kingdom does Jew's-mallow belong to?

Jew's-mallow (Corchorus olitorius) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Jew's-mallow?

The closest relatives of Jew's-mallow in the genus Corchorus include Jackswitch, jute, Jute.