Alcea dissecta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker f.) Zohary
Source:
cmp
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot. 12: 16 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525110
Common Names
- Alcea Dissecta
- Dissecta Alcea
- Dissecta Alcea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Althaea dissecta Baker f. [unknown]
Description
Alcea dissecta (also called 'Cut-leaved 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 dissecta 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
Alcea dissecta has white flowers with yellow centers and a diameter of 3-4 cm. The seeds are small, oval-shaped, and black. The seedlings are small and have green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alcea dissecta is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Alcea dissecta
Alcea dissecta is native to the temperate forests of Central and South America.
Alcea dissecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alcea dissecta?
Alcea dissecta
What is the common name of Alcea dissecta?
Dissected Marshmallow
What is the natural habitat of Alcea dissecta?
Alcea dissecta is native to the eastern Mediterranean region, from Turkey to Israel
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2627642: Based on the initial data import
Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.