Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
lacteum
ID:
1078466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) D.M.Bates

Source:
tro

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 19: 231 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001077804



Common Names

  • Kearnemalvastrum lacteum
  • Cottonrose Hibiscus
  • Rosemallow


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Description

Kearnemalvastrum lacteum (also called Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist soils in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kearnemalvastrum lacteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kearnemalvastrum lacteum is a white or pale pink, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kearnemalvastrum lacteum is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Kearnemalvastrum lacteum

Kearnemalvastrum lacteum is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Species in the Kearnemalvastrum 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 tro-19602513: Based on the initial data import
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.