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narrowleaf globemallow

Sphaeralcea angustifolia

Narrowleaf globemallow is a pretty flower with long, narrow leaves and bright orange or pink blooms. It grows in sunny places and can be found in deserts and grasslands.

Habitat: Desert, Grasslands

Appearance

The narrowleaf globemallow has slender, upright stems covered in soft hairs, bearing narrow, often toothed, gray-green leaves. Its striking, cup-shaped flowers typically range from bright orange to apricot, sometimes with a pinkish hue.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalvalesFamilyMalvaceaeGenusSphaeralcea
narrowleaf globemallow
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narrowleaf globemallow

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Wow! Its flowers can actually change from bright orange to pinkish as they get older!

Wow! Its super skinny leaves help it stand out from its rounder-leaf mallow relatives!

Wow! Native American tribes traditionally used parts of this plant for soothing remedies!

Wow! This tough plant is sometimes called 'Desert Mallow' because it loves dry, sunny places!

Special abilities

Ability

Deep Root Power

The narrowleaf globemallow can grow incredibly long taproots that dive deep into the soil to find water, helping it survive hot, dry spells.

Ability

Fuzzy Shield

It has tiny hairs covering its leaves and stems, which act like a fuzzy shield to reduce water loss and protect it from harsh sunlight.

Measurements & details

Height
30-150 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Flower Size
1.5-2.5 cm
Bloom Season
Spring to Fall
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always look but don't touch flowers without asking an adult first.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is narrowleaf globemallow?

30-150 cm

How wide does narrowleaf globemallow spread?

30-60 cm

How big are the flowers on narrowleaf globemallow?

1.5-2.5 cm

When does narrowleaf globemallow bloom?

Spring to Fall

Is narrowleaf globemallow edible?

Yes

Is narrowleaf globemallow toxic?

None

What is narrowleaf globemallow's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is narrowleaf globemallow pollinated?

Insect

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