Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
foliosus
ID:
1247291

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Kearney

Source:
tro

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 6: 122 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246629



Common Names

  • Malacothamnus Foliosus
  • Leafy Bush Mallow
  • Leafy Checkerbloom


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Description

Malacothamnus foliosus (also called Foliose Malacothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to California. It has a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. Its leaves are ovate and serrated and its flowers are pink with a yellow center. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Malacothamnus foliosus is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Malacothamnus foliosus has white, yellow, or pink flowers that are tubular in shape and have five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, dark-colored, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malacothamnus foliosus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Malacothamnus foliosus

Malacothamnus foliosus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Malacothamnus foliosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malacothamnus foliosus?

Malacothamnus foliosus

What is the common name of Malacothamnus foliosus?

Leafy Malacothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Malacothamnus foliosus?

Malacothamnus foliosus is native to Mexico, where it is found in dry forests and scrublands.

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-50137847: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Thomas Henry Kearney (1874-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kearney' in the authors string.