Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
reflexa
ID:
537918

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wendl.) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 359 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537250

Common Names

  • Reflexa Anisodontea
  • Anisodontea Reflexa
  • Anisodontea

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Synonyms

  • Malva reflexa J.C.Wendl. [unknown]

Description

Anisodontea reflexa (also called Cape Mallow, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has bright pink flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anisodontea reflexa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anisodontea reflexa is a bright pink, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisodontea reflexa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade and in well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Anisodontea reflexa

Anisodontea reflexa is native to South Africa.

Anisodontea reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisodontea reflexa?

Anisodontea reflexa

What is the common name of Anisodontea reflexa?

Cape Mallow

What is the natural habitat of Anisodontea reflexa?

Dry, rocky slopes and scrubland

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-2640206: Based on the initial data import
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.