Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transcaucasica
ID:
1254426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sosn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Vestn. Tiflissk. Bot. Sada 32: 10 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253764



Common Names

  • Malva transcaucasica
  • Transcaucasica Malva
  • Malva transcaucasica Tree


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Description

Malva transcaucasica (also called Transcaucasian mallow, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caucasus region. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. Its leaves are simple, ovate to oblong, and have a serrated margin. It is found in moist forests and thickets in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Malva transcaucasica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Malva transcaucasica are small, white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malva transcaucasica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Malva transcaucasica

Malva transcaucasica can be found in the temperate forests of the Caucasus.

Malva transcaucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malva transcaucasica?

Malva transcaucasica

What are the common names of Malva transcaucasica?

Transcaucasian mallow, Transcaucasian mallow

What is the natural habitat of Malva transcaucasica?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as wet meadows, streambanks, and wet woods

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,