Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
hispidum
ID:
450129

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pursh) Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 20: 129 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449461



Common Names

  • Hairy Malvastrum
  • Hairy False Mallow
  • Hispid False Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Malva perpusilla Nutt. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Malveopsis hispida (Pursh) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sida hispida Pursh [unknown]
  • Sidopsis hispida Rydb. [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea angusta (A.Gray) Fernald [unknown]
  • Malvastrum angustum A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Malvastrum hispidum (also called Hairy Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist habitats, such as marshes and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Malvastrum hispidum 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 hispidum has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malvastrum hispidum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Malvastrum hispidum

Malvastrum hispidum is native to South America.

Malvastrum hispidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvastrum hispidum?

Malvastrum hispidum

What is the common name of Malvastrum hispidum?

Hairy Malvastrum

What is the growth habit of Malvastrum hispidum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

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-2503863: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.