Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.S.Ye, L.Fu & D.X.Duan
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Pakistan J. Bot. 47: 109 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342564
Common Names
- Malva xizangensis
- Xizangensis Malva
- Malva
Description
Malva xizangensis (also called Malva Xizangensis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry and wet forests. It has long, slender leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Malva xizangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Malva xizangensis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Malva xizangensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Malva xizangensis
Malva xizangensis is native to China.
Malva xizangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malva xizangensis?
Malva xizangensis
What is the common name of Malva xizangensis?
Malva xizangensis
What is the family of Malva xizangensis?
Malvaceae
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
Yu Shi Ye: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Ye' in the authors string.
Lin Fu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Fu' in the authors string.
Dai Xiang Duan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.X.Duan' in the authors string.