Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
palmatus
ID:
451292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ulbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 50: 89 (1908 publ. 1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450624



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Pavonia palmata (Ulbr.) B.L.Turner & M.G.Mendenh. [unknown]

Description

Malvaviscus palmatus (also called Palmate Malvaviscus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America and northern South America. It has an upright habit and grows up to 3 m tall. Its leaves are palmately lobed and its flowers are red. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malvaviscus palmatus 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

The flower of Malvaviscus palmatus is yellow and small, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single seed in each capsule. The seeds are small and black in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malvaviscus palmatus 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 palmatus

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

Malvaviscus palmatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvaviscus palmatus?

Malvaviscus palmatus

What is the common name of Malvaviscus palmatus?

Palm-leaved Turk's Turban

What is the growth habit of Malvaviscus palmatus?

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