Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Krapov.
Source:
tro
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 17: 196 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282271
Common Names
- Short-stalked Globe-mallow
- Short-stalked Globe-mallow
- Short-stalked Globe-mallow Flower
Description
Sphaeralcea brevipes (also called 'Short-stalked Globe-mallow', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has small, oval leaves and small, pink flowers that appear in spring. This plant is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeralcea brevipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphaeralcea brevipes has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a smooth, dark brown surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphaeralcea brevipes is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Sphaeralcea brevipes
Sphaeralcea brevipes is found in the temperate forests of Australia.
Sphaeralcea brevipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeralcea brevipes?
Sphaeralcea brevipes
What is the common name of Sphaeralcea brevipes?
Short-stalked Globemallow
What type of plant is Sphaeralcea brevipes?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Sphaeralcea genus
Sphaeralcea tehuelches,
Sphaeralcea decipiens,
Sphaeralcea coccinea,
Sphaeralcea angustifolia,
Sphaeralcea procera,
Sphaeralcea reflexa,
Sphaeralcea munroana,
Sphaeralcea crispa,
Sphaeralcea laxa,
Sphaeralcea wrightii,
Sphaeralcea fendleri,
Sphaeralcea bonariensis,
Sphaeralcea endlichii,
Sphaeralcea miniata,
Sphaeralcea sulphurea,
Sphaeralcea obtusiloba,
Sphaeralcea ambigua,
Sphaeralcea caespitosa,
Sphaeralcea coulteri,
Sphaeralcea emoryi,
Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia,
Sphaeralcea hastulata,
Sphaeralcea incana,
Sphaeralcea leptophylla,
Sphaeralcea lindheimeri,
Sphaeralcea orcuttii,
Sphaeralcea parvifolia,
Sphaeralcea pedatifida,
Sphaeralcea rusbyi,
Sphaeralcea polychroma,
Sphaeralcea digitata,
Sphaeralcea purpurata,
Sphaeralcea velutina,
Sphaeralcea psoraloides,
Sphaeralcea aboriginum,
Sphaeralcea orbiculata,
Sphaeralcea axillaris,
Sphaeralcea fulva,
Sphaeralcea hainesii,
Sphaeralcea palmeri,
Sphaeralcea cordobensis,
Sphaeralcea fumariensis,
Sphaeralcea gierischii,
Sphaeralcea moorei,
Sphaeralcea philippiana,
Sphaeralcea janeae,
Sphaeralcea mendocina,
Sphaeralcea chenopodiifolia,
Sphaeralcea australis,
Sphaeralcea brevipes,
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,