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Sunset muskmallow

Abelmoschus manihot

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea), Asia (4 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Ecuador).

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Names in Other Languages

German Maniok-Bisameibisch
Portuguese quiabo-bravo

Similar Species in Abelmoschus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sunset muskmallow?
The scientific name of Sunset muskmallow is Abelmoschus manihot. It belongs to the genus Abelmoschus.
Where does Sunset muskmallow live?
Sunset muskmallow is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea), Asia (4 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Ecuador).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Ecuador, Guinea, India, Japan, Laos, Timor-Leste, United States.
What family does Sunset muskmallow belong to?
Sunset muskmallow (Abelmoschus manihot) belongs to the genus Abelmoschus, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.
What kingdom does Sunset muskmallow belong to?
Sunset muskmallow (Abelmoschus manihot) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Sunset muskmallow?
The closest relatives of Sunset muskmallow in the genus Abelmoschus include Okra, musk okra.

Native Range — 9 Countries

Genus Abelmoschus — 3 Species

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