Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
penduliflorus
ID:
451279

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 445 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450611



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Malvaviscus longifolius Garcke [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus penduliflorus (Sessé & Moc. ex DC.) Schery [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus longifolius Schery [unknown]
  • Malvaviscus arboreus penduliflorus (DC.) Hadač [unknown]

Description

Malvaviscus penduliflorus (also called Pendulous Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is commonly found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Malvaviscus penduliflorus 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 penduliflorus has small, bell-shaped, pink flowers that are held in small clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malvaviscus penduliflorus 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 penduliflorus

Malvaviscus penduliflorus is native to Mexico and Central America.

Malvaviscus penduliflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvaviscus penduliflorus?

Malvaviscus penduliflorus

What is the common name of Malvaviscus penduliflorus?

Turk's Turban

What is the growth habit of Malvaviscus penduliflorus?

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,