Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
arboreus
ID:
450160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dill. ex Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1787

Citation Micro:
Diss. 3, Tertia Diss. Bot. 131 (t. 48, f. 1). 1787 [Feb 1787]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449492



Common Names

  • Turk's Cap Mallow
  • Turk's Turban Mallow
  • Arboreus Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Malvaviscus acapulcensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus brevipes Benth. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus brevibracteatus Baker f. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus polakowskyi Baker f. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus pilosus DC. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus ciliatus DC. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus pentacarpus [Moc.& Sesse,] [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus rivularis Brandegee [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus pulvinatus A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus sepium Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus sagranus A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus oligotrichus Turcz. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus grandiflorus Kunth [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus cordifolius Moench [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus conzattii Greenm. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus mollis DC. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus jordan-mottii Millsp. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus brihondus Schery [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus parviflorus Griseb. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus sloanei Baker f. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus sepium (Schltdl.) Schery [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus cubensis (Schltdl.) Hadač [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus mexicanus Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus cubensis Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Pavonia spiralis Cav. [unknown]
  • Achania ciliata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Achania coccinea Salisb. [unknown]
  • Achania cordata Nees & Mart. [unknown]
  • Achania malvaviscus Sw. [unknown]
  • Achania mollis Aiton [unknown]
  • Achania pilosa Sw. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus jerroldianus Paxton [unknown]
  • Hibiscus malvaviscus L. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus nutans Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus sagranus (A.Rich.) Baker f. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus balbisii DC. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus lobatus A.Robyns [unknown]
  • Hibiscus pilosus Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus drummondii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus arboreus [unknown]
  • Hibiscus coccineus integrifolius Chapm. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus integrifolius Small [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus grisebachii Baker f. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus pilosus Hitchc. [unknown]

Description

Malvaviscus arboreus (also called Turk's cap, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Malvaviscus arboreus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii (Torr. & A.Gray) Schery

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malvaviscus arboreus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it is important to keep the soil moist and mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size of the shrub. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Malvaviscus arboreus

Malvaviscus arboreus is native to Central and South America.

Malvaviscus arboreus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvaviscus arboreus?

Malvaviscus arboreus

What is the common name of Malvaviscus arboreus?

Turk's Cap

What is the growth habit of Malvaviscus arboreus?

It is a shrub with an upright 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-2503923: Based on the initial data import
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Dillenius (1684-1747): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dill.' in the authors string.