Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
anomala
ID:
537898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link & Otto) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 308 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537230



Common Names

  • Anomala Anisodontea
  • Anisodontea Anomala
  • Anisodontea


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Synonyms

  • Lavatera tripartita DC. [unknown]
  • Sphaeroma dregeanum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sphaeroma divaricatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anisodontea dregeana C.Presl [unknown]
  • Malva divaricata sensu Harv.non Anders. [deprecated]
  • Sphaeralcea dregeana Harv. [unknown]
  • Malva anomala Link & Otto [unknown]

Description

Anisodontea anomala (also called Anomalous Anisodontea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has white flowers and is found in grassland and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anisodontea anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anisodontea anomala is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisodontea anomala is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Rooting hormone can be used to help promote root growth.

Where to Find Anisodontea anomala

Anisodontea anomala is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts, as well as in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Anisodontea anomala FAQ

What is the common name of Anisodontea anomala?

Anomalous Anisodontea

What is the scientific name of Anomalous Anisodontea?

Anisodontea anomala

What is the habitat of Anisodontea anomala?

It is found in dry, rocky areas.

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-2640189: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Christoph Friedrich Otto (1782-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Otto' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.