Abelmoschus moschatus Musk mallow (Malvaceae)

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Abelmoschus moschatus
Musk mallow
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The Abelmoschus moschatus plant species is found in S.E. Asia. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Musk mallow. Some home gardeners know the variety as Hibiscus abelmoschus.

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Latin Name:  Abelmoschus moschatus
Common Name:  Musk mallow
Family:  Malvaceae
Author:  Medik.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Not known

Edible Uses: Young leaves and shoots - cooked in soups[183]. Used as a vegetable[238]. The leaves are also used to clarify sugar[183]. Unripe seedpods - cooked as a vegetable in much the same way as okra (A. esculentus)[183, 238]. The seed is used as a flavouring for liqueurs or to scent coffee[183, 238]. An essential oil is obtained from the plant and is used to flavour baked goods, ice cream, sweets and soft drinks[183]. Root[183]. No more details are given, though the root is likely to have a bland flavour and a fibrous texture.

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