Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leprosa
ID:
451300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ortega) Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 3: 59 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450632



Common Names

  • Leper's Malvella
  • Leper's False Mallow
  • Leper's Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Malva hederacea Douglas [unknown]
  • Malva leprosa Ortega [unknown]
  • Malva albifolia Larrañaga [unknown]
  • Malva californica C.Presl [unknown]
  • Malvastrum sulphureum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Malva plicata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Malva obliqua Nutt. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Malva sulphurea Gillies [unknown]
  • Sida obliqua ex DC. [unknown]
  • Sida hederacea Torr. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sida sulphurea A.Gray [unknown]
  • Disella hederacea Greene [unknown]
  • Sida leprosa (Ortega) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Sida leprosa hederacea K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Sida hederacea sulphurea (Gillies) Baker f. [unknown]
  • Sida leprosa sulphurea (Gillies) Hochr. [unknown]
  • Sida hederacea parvifolia Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Malvella leprosa (also called Leprous Malvella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Malvella leprosa 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 Malvella leprosa 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

Malvella leprosa 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 Malvella leprosa

Malvella leprosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

Malvella leprosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malvella leprosa?

Malvella leprosa

What is the common name of Malvella leprosa?

Leprous Malvella

What is the growth habit of Malvella leprosa?

It is an annual herb

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-2505887: Based on the initial data import
Casimiro Gómez Ortega (1741-1818): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ortega' in the authors string.
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.