Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
534579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gay) J.A.Tate

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 6: 14 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533911



Common Names

  • Andeimalva chilensis
  • Chilean Andeimalva
  • Chilean False-broom


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Synonyms

  • Malva obtusifolia Walp. [unknown]
  • Sphaeroma glabratum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea viridis Phil. [unknown]
  • Sphaeroma chilense Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea capitata Phil. [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea glabrata Phil. [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea peteroana Phil. [unknown]
  • Malacothamnus chilensis (Gay) Krapov. [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea chilensis Gay [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea grandifolia Phil. [unknown]

Description

Andeimalva chilensis (also called Chilean andeimalva, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the borage family Boraginaceae. It is native to South America, and it grows in dry, sunny places. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are bright blue.

Uses & Benefits

Andeimalva chilensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andeimalva chilensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andeimalva chilensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.

Where to Find Andeimalva chilensis

Andeimalva chilensis can be found in the temperate forests of Chile.

Andeimalva chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andeimalva chilensis?

Andeimalva chilensis

What is the common name of Andeimalva chilensis?

Chilean Malva

What type of plant is Andeimalva chilensis?

Perennial

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-2636819: Based on the initial data import
Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
Jennifer A. Tate: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Tate' in the authors string.