Malvella sherardiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jaub. & Spach
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 5: 46 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450631
Common Names
- Sherard's Malvella
- Sherard's False Mallow
- Sherard's Mallow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Malva humifusa Salisb. [unknown]
- Malva cymbalarifolia Desr. [unknown]
- Malva sherardiana L. [unknown]
- Malvella cymbalariifolia Boiss. [unknown]
- Sida sherardiana Benth. [unknown]
Description
Malvella sherardiana (also called Sherard's 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 sherardiana 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 sherardiana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malvella sherardiana 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 sherardiana
Malvella sherardiana is native to the Mediterranean region.
Malvella sherardiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malvella sherardiana?
Malvella sherardiana
What is the common name of Malvella sherardiana?
Sherard's Malvella
What is the growth habit of Malvella sherardiana?
It is an annual herb
Species in the Malvella genus
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-2505885: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.