Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
452882

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 1140 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452214



Common Names

  • Melochia tomentosa
  • Woolly Melochia
  • Woolly False Cotton


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Synonyms

  • Moluchia tomentosa (L.) Britton [unknown]
  • Melochia frutescens Jacq. [unknown]
  • Melochia crenata Bert. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Melochia tomentosa frutescens (Jacq.) DC. [unknown]
  • Melochia plicata C.Presl [unknown]
  • Melochia tomentosa bahiensis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Melochia turpiniana Kunth [unknown]
  • Melochia tomentosa tomentosa [unknown]
  • Melochia tomentosa turpiniana (Kunth) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Melochia portoricensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Melochia hypoleuca Miq. [unknown]
  • Sida rajoides M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Melochia arida Rose [unknown]
  • Riedlea hypoleuca (Miq.) Walp. [unknown]
  • Melochia tomentosa typica K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Moluchia frutescens (Jacq.) Medik. [unknown]
  • Riedlea crenata DC. [unknown]
  • Visenia crenata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Melochia diffusa Bert. ex Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Melochia tomentosa (also called Woolly Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Melochia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melochia tomentosa has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melochia tomentosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Melochia tomentosa

Melochia tomentosa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Melochia tomentosa FAQ

What are the common names of Melochia tomentosa?

Woolly Mallow, Woolly Melochia

What is the growth habit of Melochia tomentosa?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

What is the natural habitat of Melochia tomentosa?

It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along streams.

Species in the Melochia genus

Melochia villosa, Melochia manducata, Melochia makateaensis, Melochia lupulina, Melochia longidentata, Melochia kerriifolia, Melochia hermannioides, Melochia hassleriana, Melochia graminifolia, Melochia nudiflora, Melochia nodiflora, Melochia mollipila, Melochia melissifolia, Melochia mollis, Melochia caracasana, Melochia arenosa, Melochia bissei, Melochia crenata, Melochia corchorifolia, Melochia urticifolia, Melochia ulmifolia, Melochia pyramidata, Melochia pulverulenta, Melochia pterocarpa, Melochia pilosa, Melochia parvifolia, Melochia parhamii, Melochia tomentosa, Melochia sergipana, Melochia trujilloi, Melochia longebracteolata, Melochia betsiliensis, Melochia anomala, Melochia argentina, Melochia betonicifolia, Melochia chamaedrys, Melochia illicioides, Melochia lanata, Melochia lanceolata, Melochia simplex, Melochia splendens, Melochia tomentella, Melochia leucantha, Melochia peruviana, Melochia bernoulliana, Melochia goldbergii, Melochia morongii, Melochia thymifolia, Melochia speciosa, Melochia canescens,

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,

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