species 8,080 observations

Sweet Indian Mallow

Abutilon fruticosum

Field notes

Abutilon fruticosum is a widespread species of flowering plant in the mallow family known by the common names Texas Indian mallow, pelotazo, and sweet Indian mallow.

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14 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Laviana White-Skipper, Cotton Tipworm Moth, Corn Earworm Moth, Tropical Checkered-Skipper 11
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Nysa Roadside-Skipper, Otomi Longhorn, Gray Hairstreak 3

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.