Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
agrigentina
ID:
449942

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tineo) Soldano, Banfi & Galasso

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Atti Soc. Ital. Sci. Nat. Mus. Civico Storia Nat. Milano 146: 230 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449274



Common Names

  • Agrigento Mallow
  • Cheeses
  • Garden Cheese


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Synonyms

  • Lavatera agrigentina Tineo [unknown]
  • Althaea agrigentina Borbás [unknown]
  • Lavatera triloba agrigentina (Tineo) R.Fern. [valid]

Description

Malva agrigentina (also called Agrigento mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and leaves that are deeply divided into three to five lobes. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Malva agrigentina can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malva agrigentina is a five-petaled, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malva agrigentina can be propagated by seed or division. Sow seeds in early spring in a sunny location. Divide clumps in the spring or autumn. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Malva agrigentina

Malva agrigentina is native to Europe, and is widely cultivated in temperate regions. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Malva agrigentina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malva agrigentina?

Malva agrigentina

What is the common name of Malva agrigentina?

Agrigento mallow

What is the natural habitat of Malva agrigentina?

Meadows and pastures

Species in the Malva genus

Malva hispanica, Malva inodora, Malva intermedia, Malva flava, Malva pamiroalaica, Malva moschata, Malva neglecta, Malva multiflora, Malva parviflora, Malva phoenicea, Malva litoralis, Malva lindsayi, Malva leonardii, Malva agrigentina, Malva alcea, Malva aegyptia, Malva adulterina, Malva egarensis, Malva arbosii, Malva arborea, Malva acerifolia, Malva cretica, Malva durieui, Malva caschmireana, Malva assurgentiflora, Malva bucharica, Malva canariensis, Malva cavanillesiana, Malva nicaeensis, Malva preissiana, Malva qaiseri, Malva pusilla, Malva punctata, Malva olbia, Malva oxyloba, Malva occidentalis, Malva pacifica, Malva unguiculata, Malva trimestris, Malva waziristanensis, Malva verticillata, Malva stipulacea, Malva setigera, Malva tetuanensis, Malva tournefortiana, Malva sylvestris, Malva subovata, Malva vidalii, Malva microphylla, Malva clementii,

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

Gabriele Galasso (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galasso' in the authors string.
Vincenzo Tineo (1791-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tineo' in the authors string.
Adriano Soldano (1944-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soldano' in the authors string.
Enrico Augusto Banfi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banfi' in the authors string.