Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kusariensis
ID:
525811

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Iljin ex Grossh.) Iljin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 15: 38 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525143



Common Names

  • Alcea kusariensis
  • Kusariensis Alcea
  • Kusariensis Hollyhock


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Synonyms

  • Althaea kusariensis Iljin ex Grossh. [unknown]

Description

Alcea kusariensis (also called Kusari Hollyhock, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family Malvaceae. It is native to the Caucasus and Iran, and is found in rocky and stony places, as well as in meadows and pastures. It is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant, growing up to 1.2 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Alcea kusariensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alcea kusariensis is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alcea kusariensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or division. To propagate from seeds, sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep them moist until they germinate. To propagate from division, carefully divide the plant into several sections and pot each section in its own pot. Alcea kusariensis prefers cool temperatures and plenty of sunlight.

Where to Find Alcea kusariensis

Alcea kusariensis is native to the Mediterranean region, from the Pyrenees to the Balkans and eastward to the Caucasus.

Alcea kusariensis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Alcea kusariensis?

Alcea kusariensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How often should Alcea kusariensis be watered?

Alcea kusariensis should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

What type of soil is best for Alcea kusariensis?

Alcea kusariensis prefers a light, sandy soil with good drainage.

Species in the Alcea genus

Alcea assadii, Alcea semnanica, Alcea tarica, Alcea abchazica, Alcea acaulis, Alcea afghanica, Alcea africana, Alcea angulata, Alcea antoninae, Alcea apterocarpa, Alcea arbelensis, Alcea aucheri, Alcea baldshuanica, Alcea biennis, Alcea calvertii, Alcea digitata, Alcea dissecta, Alcea djahromi, Alcea excubita, Alcea fasciculiflora, Alcea flavovirens, Alcea freyniana, Alcea froloviana, Alcea galilaea, Alcea ghahremanii, Alcea gorganica, Alcea grossheimii, Alcea guestii, Alcea heldreichii, Alcea hohenackeri, Alcea hyrcana, Alcea ilamica, Alcea iranshahrii, Alcea karakalensis, Alcea karsiana, Alcea kazerouni, Alcea koelzii, Alcea kopetdaghensis, Alcea kuhsanguia, Alcea kurdica, Alcea kusariensis, Alcea lavateriflora, Alcea lenkoranica, Alcea litvinovii, Alcea loftusii, Alcea longipedicellata, Alcea mazandaranica, Alcea mosulensis, Alcea mozaffarianii, Alcea nikitinii,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2627674: Based on the initial data import
Aleksandr Grossheim (1888-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grossh.' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.