Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
palmanus
ID:
451332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier & Donn.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 23: 238 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450664



Common Names

  • Palm-Leaved Malvaviscus
  • Palm-Leaved Wax-Mallow
  • Palm-Leaved Turk's-Cap


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Synonyms

  • Malvaviscus arboreus palmanus (Pittier & Donn.Sm.) Schery [unknown]

Description

Malvaviscus palmanus (also called Palma 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 palmanus 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 palmanus 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 palmanus 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 palmanus

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

Malvaviscus palmanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvaviscus palmanus?

Malvaviscus palmanus

What is the common name of Malvaviscus palmanus?

Palm-leaved Turk's Turban

What is the growth habit of Malvaviscus palmanus?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2505937: Based on the initial data import
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.