Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
506069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Rydb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 40: 58 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505401



Common Names

  • Sphaeralcea coccinea
  • Scarlet Sphaeralcea
  • Scarlet Globe Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Nototriche coccinea (Nutt.) Nieuwl. & Lunell [unknown]
  • Malva coccinea Nutt. [unknown]
  • Malvastrum coccineum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Malveopsis coccinea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sida coccinea (Nutt.) DC. [unknown]
  • Cristaria coccinea (Nutt.) Pursh [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea coccinea coccinea [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea coccinea dissecta (Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) Kearney [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea coccinea dissecta (Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) Garrett [unknown]
  • Malvastrum cockerellii A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Sida dissecta Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Malvastrum coccineum dissectum (Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea dissecta Rydb. [unknown]
  • Malva creeana Graham [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea creeana (Graham) Sprague & Sandwith [unknown]
  • Malvastrum dissectum cockerellii (A.Nelson) A.Nelson in J.M.Coult. & A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Sphaeralcea elata (Baker f.) Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Sphaeralcea coccinea (also called Coccinea Sphaeralcea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody base and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeralcea coccinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sphaeralcea coccinea var. elata (Baker f.) Kearney

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaeralcea coccinea has small, red flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeralcea coccinea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, fertile soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Sphaeralcea coccinea

Sphaeralcea coccinea is native to the southwestern United States. It can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Sphaeralcea coccinea FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Sphaeralcea coccinea?

Sphaeralcea coccinea is native to tropical regions of South America.

What is the average size of Sphaeralcea coccinea?

Sphaeralcea coccinea typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

What is the blooming season of Sphaeralcea coccinea?

Sphaeralcea coccinea typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2601904: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.