Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
setosa
ID:
537920

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harv.) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 344 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537252



Common Names

  • Setosa Anisodontea
  • Anisodontea Setosa
  • Anisodontea


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Synonyms

  • Malvastrum alexandri sensu Hutch. [deprecated]
  • Malvastrum setosum Harv. [unknown]
  • Malveopsis setosa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Anisodontea setosa (also called Pink Mallow, Pink Fairy Mallow, and Cape Mallow, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has hairy, gray-green leaves and pink flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Anisodontea setosa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anisodontea setosa is a bright pink, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisodontea setosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade and in well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Anisodontea setosa

Anisodontea setosa is native to South Africa.

Anisodontea setosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisodontea setosa?

Anisodontea setosa

What is the common name of Anisodontea setosa?

Woolly Mallow

What is the natural habitat of Anisodontea setosa?

Dry, rocky slopes and scrubland

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-2640208: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.