Malva canariensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.F.Ray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon 8(3): 292. 1998
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449405
Common Names
- Canary Mallow
- Canary Tree Mallow
- Canary Marsh Mallow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malva canariensis (also called Canary Island Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in moist habitats, such as marshes and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Malva canariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malva canariensis is a five-petaled, deep purple bloom. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malva canariensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Malva canariensis
Malva canariensis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.
Malva canariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malva canariensis?
Malva canariensis
What is the common name of Malva canariensis?
Canary mallow
What is the natural habitat of Malva canariensis?
Malva canariensis is found in dry areas, such as deserts, grasslands, and rocky hillsides
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2503752: Based on the initial data import
Martin Forbes Ray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Ray' in the authors string.