Status:
valid
Authors:
Alef.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 12: 251 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525087
Common Names
- Alcea Acaulis
- Acaulis Alcea
- Acaulis Alcea Tree
Synonyms
- Alcea acaulis albiflora Dinsm. [unknown]
- Althaea acaulis Cav. [unknown]
Description
Alcea acaulis (also called 'Stemless Hollyhock', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has large, lobed leaves and large, pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Alcea acaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alcea acaulis is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alcea acaulis is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Alcea acaulis
Alcea acaulis is native to the temperate forests of the Caucasus region.
Alcea acaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alcea acaulis?
Alcea acaulis
What is the common name of Alcea acaulis?
Stemless hollyhock
What is the natural habitat of Alcea acaulis?
It is found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia
Species in the Alcea genus
Alcea assadii,
Alcea semnanica,
Alcea tarica,
Alcea abchazica,
Alcea acaulis,
Alcea afghanica,
Alcea africana,
Alcea angulata,
Alcea antoninae,
Alcea apterocarpa,
Alcea arbelensis,
Alcea aucheri,
Alcea baldshuanica,
Alcea biennis,
Alcea calvertii,
Alcea digitata,
Alcea dissecta,
Alcea djahromi,
Alcea excubita,
Alcea fasciculiflora,
Alcea flavovirens,
Alcea freyniana,
Alcea froloviana,
Alcea galilaea,
Alcea ghahremanii,
Alcea gorganica,
Alcea grossheimii,
Alcea guestii,
Alcea heldreichii,
Alcea hohenackeri,
Alcea hyrcana,
Alcea ilamica,
Alcea iranshahrii,
Alcea karakalensis,
Alcea karsiana,
Alcea kazerouni,
Alcea koelzii,
Alcea kopetdaghensis,
Alcea kuhsanguia,
Alcea kurdica,
Alcea kusariensis,
Alcea lavateriflora,
Alcea lenkoranica,
Alcea litvinovii,
Alcea loftusii,
Alcea longipedicellata,
Alcea mazandaranica,
Alcea mosulensis,
Alcea mozaffarianii,
Alcea nikitinii,
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,