Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Sweet Abutilon (Abutilon mollissimum) is a shrubby plant producing attractive bell-shaped flowers and velvety, soft leaves, often grown as an ornamental.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter but protect from frost.
Regular
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pinch back young shoots to promote a more compact habit.
Can be pruned to shape as a small tree or shrub.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm location with bright, indirect light.
Roots usually form within a few weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a mix of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Abutilon |
| Species | Abutilon mollissimum |
Similar in genus Abutilon
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