Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moschata
ID:
449867

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 690 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449199



Common Names

  • Musk Mallow
  • Cheeses
  • Garden Cheese


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Synonyms

  • Malva laciniata Desr. [unknown]
  • Malva geraniifolia Gay & Gay in Lacaita [unknown]
  • Malva lamottei Jord. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Malva dethardingii Link ex Dethard. [unknown]
  • Malva orsiniana Ten. [unknown]
  • Alcea pinnatifida Gilib. [unknown]
  • Bismalva laciniata Fourr. [unknown]
  • Bismalva moschata Medik. [unknown]
  • Malva moschata moschata [unknown]
  • Malva moschata alba Moldenke [unknown]

Description

Malva moschata (also called Musk 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 moschata 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

Malva moschata has small, pink flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon and long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malva moschata 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 moschata

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

Malva moschata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malva moschata?

Malva moschata

What is the common name of Malva moschata?

Musk mallow

What is the natural habitat of Malva moschata?

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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