Malvastrum guatemalense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalense
ID:
450133
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 174 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449465
Common Names
- Guatemalan Malvastrum
- Guatemalan False Mallow
- Guatemalan False Hollyhock
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malvastrum guatemalense (also called Guatemalan mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Malvastrum guatemalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a salad green. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Malvastrum guatemalense has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malvastrum guatemalense is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Malvastrum guatemalense
Malvastrum guatemalense is native to Central America.
Malvastrum guatemalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malvastrum guatemalense?
Malvastrum guatemalense
What is the common name of Malvastrum guatemalense?
Guatemalan Malvastrum
What is the growth habit of Malvastrum guatemalense?
It is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.
Species in the Malvastrum genus
Malvastrum chillagoense, Malvastrum tomentosum, Malvastrum americanum, Malvastrum hispidum, Malvastrum hillii, Malvastrum guatemalense, Malvastrum coromandelianum, Malvastrum corchorifolium, Malvastrum amblyphyllum, Malvastrum aurantiacum, Malvastrum grandiflorum, Malvastrum interruptum, Malvastrum scoparioides, Malvastrum bicuspidatum, Malvastrum clementinum, Malvastrum hornschuchianum, Malvastrum spiciflorum, Malvastrum deflexum, Malvastrum ionthocarpum, Malvastrum pucarense, Malvastrum fryxellii, Malvastrum uniapiculatum, Malvastrum boyuibeanum, Malvastrum cristobalianum, Malvastrum trifidum,
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 kew-2503871: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.