Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cretica
ID:
450009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Diss. 2: 67 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449341



Common Names

  • Cretan Mallow
  • Cretan Tree Mallow
  • Cretan Marsh Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Althaea hirsuta Sieber ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Dinacrusa cretica (Cav.) G.Krebs [unknown]

Description

Malva cretica (also called Cretan 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 cretica 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Malva cretica sub. althaeoides (Cav.) Dalby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malva cretica 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Malva cretica 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 cretica

Malva cretica is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.

Malva cretica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malva cretica?

Malva cretica

What is the family of Malva cretica?

Malvaceae

What is the common name of Malva cretica?

Cretan 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,

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