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SCFBio, IIT Delhi Hauz Khas, New Delhi
Medicinal Plant TaxID: 1170222

Abelmoschus moschatus

Family: Malvaceae • Common: Ambrette; Ambrette Seeds; Annual Hibiscus; Bamia Moschata; Galu Gasturi; Hibiscus Abelmoschus; Musk Mallow; Musk Okra; Muskdana; Muskseed; Ornamental Okra; Vegetable Musk; York; Yorka Okra
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Overview

Species Abelmoschus moschatus
Habit Herb; Shrub
Habitat Garden plant; Rocky areas in Tropical moist deciduous forests; Rocky areas in moist deciduous forests; also in the plains. Usually along tidal streams where the fresh and sea-water meet
Distribution (India)
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