Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
deflexum
ID:
1272012

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Stapf ex Fourc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bot. Survey S. Afr. Mem. 20: 56 1941

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271350



Common Names

  • Deflex Malvastrum
  • Deflex Mallow
  • Deflex-Leaf Mallow


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Description

Malvastrum deflexum (also called Deflexed Malvastrum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, sandy, and rocky soils in open woods, heaths, and mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Malvastrum deflexum is used as a food source for livestock, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malvastrum deflexum has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender with thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malvastrum deflexum can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be planted in spring or early summer. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer. Place the cuttings in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight. Keep the soil moist and mist the leaves regularly. The cuttings should root in about 6-8 weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, transplant them into individual pots.

Where to Find Malvastrum deflexum

Malvastrum deflexum can be found in Australia, particularly in Queensland.

Malvastrum deflexum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvastrum deflexum?

Malvastrum deflexum

What is the common name of Malvastrum deflexum?

Deflexed Malvastrum

What is the natural range of Malvastrum deflexum?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50248725: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Henry Georges Fourcade (1865-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourc.' in the authors string.