Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
biflora
ID:
537900

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desr.) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 340 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537232



Common Names

  • Biflora Anisodontea
  • Anisodontea Biflora
  • Anisodontea


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Synonyms

  • Malva albens E.Mey. ex Harv. & Sond. [unknown]
  • Malva biflora Desr. [unknown]
  • Malva villosa Thunb. [unknown]
  • Malvastrum albens Harv. [unknown]
  • Malvastrum grosulariifolium sensu Garke non Gray nec Gray & Harv. [deprecated]
  • Malveopsis albens Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Anisodontea biflora (also called Two-flowered Anisodontea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has large, pink flowers and is found in grassland and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anisodontea biflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anisodontea biflora 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 biflora 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 biflora

Anisodontea biflora 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 biflora FAQ

What is the common name of Anisodontea biflora?

Two-flowered Anisodontea

What is the scientific name of Two-flowered Anisodontea?

Anisodontea biflora

What is the habitat of Anisodontea biflora?

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-2640190: Based on the initial data import
Joseph-Auguste Desrousseaux (1753-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desr.' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.