Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
sanambrosiana
ID:
693631

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.M.Bates) Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Sida 17: 75 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692964



Common Names

  • Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana
  • Sanambrosiana Fuertesimalva
  • Fuertesimalva


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Synonyms

  • Urocarpidium sanambrosianum D.M.Bates [unknown]

Description

Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana (also called Sanambrosiana Fuertesimalva, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Ecuador, and is found in humid montane forests. It has large, ovate, opposite leaves and bears small, tubular flowers in shades of yellow and orange.

Uses & Benefits

Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana is a popular ornamental plant that is grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana is a shrub that can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana

Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana is native to Chile, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana FAQ

What are the common names of Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana?

San Ambrosio Malvaviscus

What is the natural habitat of Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana?

Tropical forests

What is the average height of Fuertesimalva sanambrosiana?

Up to 2 m

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-2815129: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.