Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
671386

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Bot. Observ. Crit. 1: 208 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670718



Common Names

  • Eremalche exilis
  • Exile Eremalche
  • Exile Eremalche


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Synonyms

  • Malvastrum exile A.Gray [unknown]
  • Malveopsis exilis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea exilis (A.Gray) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Eremalche exilis (also called Slender Eremalche, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has linear leaves and yellow star-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Eremalche exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eremalche exilis are yellow, star-shaped, and have six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremalche exilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, light soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained, light soil. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Eremalche exilis

Eremalche exilis is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in deserts and dry grasslands.

Eremalche exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremalche exilis?

Eremalche exilis

What is the common name of Eremalche exilis?

Desert Five-Spot

What is the natural habitat of Eremalche exilis?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils in desert scrub, creosote bush scrub, and Joshua tree woodland

Species in the Eremalche genus

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-2791962: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.