Malva erecta
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Malva erecta
Malva erecta
Malva erecta, also known as the erect mallow, is a cheerful plant with pretty pink flowers. It grows in sunny places and is loved by bees and butterflies!
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Malva erecta has sturdy, upright stems bearing numerous delicate purplish-pink flowers, each with five distinct petals. Its soft, rounded, deeply lobed leaves appear along the stem, giving it a somewhat bushy appearance.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalvalesFamilyMalvaceaeGenusMalva
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Romans and Egyptians valued mallow as both a common vegetable and a healing plant.
Its small, round seeds are called 'cheeses' because they look like mini cheese wheels!
Parts of the plant, especially the leaves and flowers, can be added to salads or brewed as tea!
The word "mallow" comes from a Greek word meaning "soft," referring to its gentle leaves.
Special abilities
Ability
Deep Root Power
Malva erecta has a strong taproot that helps it find water deep underground and survive dry spells.
Ability
Seed Shower
Malva erecta produces many seeds, shaped like tiny cheeses, ensuring new plants grow easily each year.
Ability
Mucilage Magic
Malva erecta contains a gooey substance called mucilage, which helps soothe irritations and heal cuts.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-100 cm
- Spread
- 20-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to early autumn
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Biennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
eaten by
Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui
Larvae sometimes feed on mallow leaves.
eats
European Goldfinch
Carduelis carduelis
Feeds on the mature seeds of mallow plants.
parasitizes
Cotton Aphid
Aphis gossypii
Sucks sap from stems and leaves.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
Erect Mallow
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always check with an adult before touching or picking plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Malva erecta?
30-100 cm
How wide does Malva erecta spread?
20-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Malva erecta?
1-3 cm
When does Malva erecta bloom?
Summer to early autumn
Is Malva erecta edible?
Yes
Is Malva erecta toxic?
None
What is Malva erecta's lifecycle?
Biennial
How is Malva erecta pollinated?
Insect
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