Status:
valid
Authors:
(Iljin ex Grossh.) Iljin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 15: 41 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525209
Common Names
- Transcaucasian Hollyhock
- Transcaucasian Alcea
- Transcaucasica Hollyhock
Synonyms
- Althaea transcaucasica Iljin ex Grossh. [unknown]
Description
Alcea transcaucasica (also called Transcaucasian Hollyhock, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1-2 m in height and has a spread of 0.5-1 m. It is found in temperate regions, in dry and moist forests, and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Alcea transcaucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alcea transcaucasica is a white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alcea transcaucasica is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and will germinate in two to three weeks.
Where to Find Alcea transcaucasica
Alcea transcaucasica is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia.
Alcea transcaucasica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alcea transcaucasica?
Alcea transcaucasica
What is the common name of Alcea transcaucasica?
Transcaucasian Marshmallow
What is the natural habitat of Alcea transcaucasica?
Alcea transcaucasica 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,