Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alcea
ID:
449946

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 689 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449278



Common Names

  • Common Mallow
  • Cheeses
  • High Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Malva italica Pollini [unknown]
  • Malva excisa Rchb. [unknown]
  • Malva morisonii Pollini ex Schur [unknown]
  • Malva morenii Pollini [unknown]
  • Malva lobata Cav. [unknown]
  • Malva alceoides Ten. [unknown]
  • Malva abulensis Cav. [unknown]
  • Malva divotiana Biau [unknown]
  • Malva bismalva Bernh. ex Lej. [unknown]
  • Malva cannabina J.Serres [unknown]
  • Alcea palmata Gilib. [unknown]
  • Bismalva alcea Medik. [unknown]
  • Bismalva fastigiata Fourr. [unknown]
  • Malva alcea excisa Holub [unknown]
  • Malva fastigiata Cav. [unknown]
  • Malva alcea fastigiata (Cav.) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]

Description

Malva alcea (also called common 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 alcea can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Malva alcea var. fastigiata (Cav.) K.Koch
Malva alcea sub. ribifolia (Viv.) Kerguélen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malva alcea 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 alcea 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 alcea

Malva alcea is native to Europe and western Asia, but is now naturalized in many parts of the world. It is often found in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and waste areas.

Malva alcea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malva alcea?

Malva alcea

What is the common name of Malva alcea?

High mallow

What is the natural habitat of Malva alcea?

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,

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