Tree Mallow
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Tree Mallow
Malva arborea
Tree Mallow is a lovely plant with big, soft leaves and pretty pink flowers. It grows tall and can often be found near the coast, making it a cheerful sight in nature.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Tree Mallow is a tall, woody-stemmed plant with large, cup-shaped, purplish-pink flowers often featuring darker veins. Its soft, velvety leaves are distinctly lobed, giving it a fuzzy appearance unlike many other coastal shrubs.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalvalesFamilyMalvaceaeGenusMalva
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Romans and Greeks once cultivated this plant for both food and medicine.
Despite its name, it's not a true tree but a very tall, woody herb!
Its seed pods are shaped like tiny cheese wheels, which kids sometimes call 'cheeses'!
Some people used to stuff pillows with its fluffy seeds for extra comfort.
Special abilities
Ability
Salt-Resistant Survivor
Tree Mallow can grow near the sea because its leaves and stems tolerate salty air and soil, helping it thrive in coastal areas.
Ability
Rapid Rebuilder
Tree Mallow has a fast growth rate that helps it quickly establish and outcompete other plants, especially in disturbed sites.
Ability
Soothing Secretion
Tree Mallow has mucilage in its leaves that helps it retain water and soothe irritation, aiding survival and defense.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 100-300 cm
- Spread
- 50-150 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer-autumn
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
visits flowers for nectar
pollinates
Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui
feeds on flower nectar
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
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.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch plants unless an adult says it's safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Tree Mallow?
100-300 cm
How wide does Tree Mallow spread?
50-150 cm
How big are the flowers on Tree Mallow?
3-5 cm
When does Tree Mallow bloom?
Summer-autumn
Is Tree Mallow edible?
Yes
Is Tree Mallow toxic?
None
What is Tree Mallow's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Tree Mallow pollinated?
Insect
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