Water
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Also known as Chinese Lantern · Indian Mallow
Abutilon spp. are flowering plants appreciated for their bell-shaped flowers and attractive foliage, often grown as ornamental shrubs in mild climates or as houseplants.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering. Can tolerate some shade.
Regularly during growing season, reduce in winter
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Monthly during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Cease fertilizing in fall and winter.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Pinching back the tips of young shoots also promotes a more compact and floriferous habit.
Abutilon can be easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings warm and humid until roots form.
Repot young plants annually, and mature plants every 2-3 years, preferably in spring. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot has drainage holes.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Abutilon Spp. (Abutilon spp.)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Abutilon |
| Species | Abutilon spp. |
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