Malva caschmireana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cambess.) Alef.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 12: 258 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449377
Common Names
- Cashmere Mallow
- Cashmere Tree Mallow
- Cashmere Marsh Mallow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malva caschmireana (also called Kashmir Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a branched stem and its leaves are ovate and 2-5 cm long. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Malva caschmireana 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 caschmireana 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 caschmireana is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Malva caschmireana
Malva caschmireana is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.
Malva caschmireana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malva caschmireana?
Malva caschmireana
What is the family of Malva caschmireana?
Malvaceae
What is the common name of Malva caschmireana?
Kashmir Mallow
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
Jacques Cambessèdes (1799-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cambess.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Alefeld (1820-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alef.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:561587-1: Based on the initial data import