Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
450448

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 12 , 2: 458 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449780



Common Names

  • Malachra capitata
  • Horseweed
  • Buttonweed


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Synonyms

  • Napaea latifolia Blanco [unknown]
  • Urena capitata (L.) M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Urena moenchii M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Malachra mexicana Schrad. [unknown]
  • Malachra palmata Moench [unknown]
  • Malachra heptaphylla Fisch. [unknown]
  • Malachra velutina Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Sida capitata L. [unknown]
  • Malachra heptaphylla Fisch. [unknown]
  • Urena capitata capitata [unknown]
  • Malachra capitata flavida Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malachra capitata lasiocarpa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malachra capitata microcalyx Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malachra capitata mollis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malachra capitata triloba Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Malachra capitata (also called Malvaceae, among many other common names) is an annual shrub with alternate, lobed leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Americas, and is typically found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Malachra capitata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malachra capitata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malachra capitata is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical America and is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Malachra capitata

Malachra capitata can be found in Central America.

Malachra capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malachra capitata?

Malachra capitata

What is the common name of Malachra capitata?

Malvavisco

Where is Malachra capitata found?

Malachra capitata is found in Central America

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