Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
concinnus
ID:
451322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 286 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450654



Common Names

  • Elegant Malvaviscus
  • Elegant Wax-Mallow
  • Elegant Turk's-Cap


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Synonyms

  • Malvaviscus funckeanus Linden & Planch. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus elegans Linden & Planch. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus cuspidatus Turcz. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus leucocarpus Planch. & Linden ex Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Achania concinna Spreng. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus guerkeanus Hieron. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus integrifolius Ulbr. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus maynensis Huber [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus spathulatus Garcke [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus speciosus Linden & Planch. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus ulei Ulbr. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus velutinus Planch. & Triana [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus cordatus DC. [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus populifolius C.Presl [unknown]

Description

Malvaviscus concinnus (also called Turk's Cap, Wax Mallow, and Scarlet Mallow, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has bright red flowers with five petals and a yellow center. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Malvaviscus concinnus is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malvaviscus concinnus has bright red flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malvaviscus concinnus is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Malvaviscus concinnus

Malvaviscus concinnus is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Malvaviscus concinnus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvaviscus concinnus?

Malvaviscus concinnus

What is the common name of Malvaviscus concinnus?

Beautiful Turk's Turban

What is the growth habit of Malvaviscus concinnus?

It is an evergreen shrub

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,

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