Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phoenicea
ID:
449900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alef.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 12: 258 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449232



Common Names

  • Purple Mallow
  • Cheeses
  • Garden Cheese


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Synonyms

  • Navaea phoenicea Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
  • Lavatera phoenicea Vent. [unknown]
  • Lavatera brachyfolia Walp. [unknown]
  • Lavatera coccinea F.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Saviniona brachyloba Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
  • Althaea phoenicea Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Malva phoenicea (also called Phoenicean 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 phoenicea 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

The flower of Malva phoenicea 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 phoenicea 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 phoenicea

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

Malva phoenicea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malva phoenicea?

Malva phoenicea

What is the common name of Malva phoenicea?

Purple mallow

What is the natural habitat of Malva phoenicea?

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,