Alcea mosulensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Riedl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 120: 65 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525158
Common Names
- Alcea mosulensis
- Mosulensis Alcea
- Mosulensis Hollyhock
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alcea mosulensis (also called Mosul 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 mosulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alcea mosulensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alcea mosulensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. It is best to divide the plant every two to three years to keep it healthy.
Where to Find Alcea mosulensis
Alcea mosulensis is native to the Mosul region of Iraq and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the region.
Alcea mosulensis FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Alcea mosulensis?
Alcea mosulensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
How often should Alcea mosulensis be watered?
Alcea mosulensis should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
What type of soil is best for Alcea mosulensis?
Alcea mosulensis 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-2627688: Based on the initial data import
Ingrid Riedl: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Riedl' in the authors string.