Corynabutilon ochsenii

Family: Malvaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It loses its leaves during the year. It grows 4 m high. The flowers are 5 cm across.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It can grow on a range of soils. It can grow in acid and alkaline soils. It is best in moist soils. It suits hardiness zone 8.

Countries/locations it is found in

Chile, South America

How it is used for food

The flowers can be eaten raw.

Edible parts

Flowers

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Abutilon garckei Baker f.; Abutilon ochsenii (Phil.) Phil.; Abutilon ochsenii var. stellaris Reiche; Anoda ochsenii Phil.;