Abutilon viscosum, the viscid mallow, is an attractive shrub with bell-shaped, yellow-orange flowers and sticky foliage, native to Australia and suitable for warm climate
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Enjoys warm temperatures, ideally between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed regularly during growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in cooler months.
Prune annually in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or crossing branches. Pinch back young shoots to promote a more compact form.
Light pruning can be done anytime to maintain desired size.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist and warm. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in spring, but germination may be erratic.
Rooted cuttings will flower sooner.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting compost. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting is best done in spring before new growth begins.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Viscid Mallow (Abutilon viscosum)
Where Viscid Mallow (Abutilon viscosum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Abutilon |
| Species | Abutilon viscosum |
Similar in genus Abutilon
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