Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sophiae
ID:
525863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iljin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 15: 42 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525195



Common Names

  • Sophie's Hollyhock
  • Sophie's Alcea
  • Sophiae Hollyhock


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Description

Alcea sophiae (also called Sophia's Hollyhock, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1-2 m in height and has a spread of 0.5-1 m. It is found in temperate regions, in dry and moist forests, and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Alcea sophiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alcea sophiae is a white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alcea sophiae is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and will germinate in two to three weeks.

Where to Find Alcea sophiae

Alcea sophiae is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia.

Alcea sophiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alcea sophiae?

Alcea sophiae

What is the common name of Alcea sophiae?

Sophia's Marshmallow

What is the natural habitat of Alcea sophiae?

Alcea sophiae is native to the eastern Mediterranean region, from Turkey to Israel

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,

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