Corchorus cunninghamii
Corchorus cunninghamii F.Muell.
Corchorus cunninghamii, known as native jute, is a shrub in the Malvaceae family. It is endemic to Australia, found in New South Wales and Queensland. The species was described by F.Muell. in 1862. It reaches a height of 1.5 metres and bears yellow flowers.
Description
Corchorus cunninghamii is a member of the genus Corchorus within the Malvaceae family. This shrub is native to eastern Australia, specifically occurring in the states of New South Wales and Queensland. First published in 1862, it is characterized by its growth to a height of up to 1.5 metres and the production of yellow flowers. The species is commonly referred to as native jute.
Distribution
New South Wales · Queensland
Synonyms
Corchorus australis