Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
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Abutilon abutiloides - Shrubby Indian Mallow Abutilon abutiloides - Shrubby Indian Mallow
Scientific Name: Abutilon abutiloides (Abutilon californicum Benth., Abutilon lemmoni)
Common Name: Shrubby Indian Mallow
Flower Color: Golden yellow
Plant Type: Subshrub, Herb, Perennial
Height: To 2 feet (61 cm) tall or more
Date Observed: August 8, 2004
Notes: The flowers open late in the day and have 5 petals that are slightly longer than the sepals. The heart-shaped leaves have toothed edges. The plants are covered in velvety hair. The similar A. berlandieri (A. californicum auct. non Benth.) is not in Arizona.
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