Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
474490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 18: 113 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473822



Common Names

  • Ovata Peltaea
  • Peltaea Ovata
  • Peltaea Ovata Plant


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Synonyms

  • Malachra ovata C.Presl [unknown]
  • Malache ovata Standl. [unknown]
  • Pavonia preslii Standl. [unknown]
  • Pavonia riedelii ovata (C.Presl) A.Robyns [unknown]

Description

Peltaea ovata (also called Ovate Peltaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a woody base with soft, hairy stems and leaves. It typically grows in moist grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Peltaea ovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peltaea ovata has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peltaea ovata is a hardy evergreen shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Peltaea ovata

Peltaea ovata is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found growing on cliffs.

Peltaea ovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peltaea ovata?

Peltaea ovata

What is the common name of Peltaea ovata?

Ovate Peltaea

What is the natural habitat of Peltaea ovata?

Dry open forests, grasslands, and rocky outcrops

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