Status:
valid
Authors:
Freyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 3: 1065 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528897
Common Names
- Althaea angulata
- Angled Marshmallow
- Angled Althaea
Description
Althaea angulata (also called Angled Marshmallow, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, and its flowers are white or pink in color. It prefers moist soil and can be found in areas of disturbed vegetation, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Althaea angulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Althaea angulata is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Althaea angulata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Althaea angulata
Althaea angulata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Althaea angulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Althaea angulata?
Althaea angulata
What is the common name of Althaea angulata?
Angled Althaea
What is the family of Althaea angulata?
Malvaceae
Species in the Althaea genus
Althaea angulata,
Althaea armeniaca,
Althaea bertramii,
Althaea cannabina,
Althaea chrysantha,
Althaea damascena,
Althaea hiri,
Althaea litvinovii,
Althaea octaviae,
Althaea officinalis,
Althaea oppenheimii,
Althaea villosa,
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,