Abutilon Theophrasti (Noun)
Meaning
Tall annual herb or subshrub of tropical Asia having velvety leaves and yellow flowers and yielding a strong fiber; naturalized in southeastern Europe and United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Abutilon theophrasti is an invasive weed in many parts of North America, outcompeting native vegetation and altering ecosystem processes.
- The fibers extracted from Abutilon theophrasti have been used for centuries to make ropes, cords, and textiles.
- The yellow flowers of Abutilon theophrasti are particularly attractive to bees and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens.
- Abutilon theophrasti has been naturalized in the southeastern United States, where it can be found growing in fields, along roadsides, and in other disturbed areas.
- Researchers have been studying the properties of Abutilon theophrasti fibers, which have been found to have potential uses in the production of bioplastics and other sustainable materials.