Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
clementinus
ID:
1077748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Munz & I.M.Johnst.) Kearney

Source:
tro

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 6: 127 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001077086

Common Names

  • Malacothamnus Clementinus
  • Clement's Bush Mallow
  • Clement's Bushmallow

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Description

Malacothamnus clementinus (also called Clement's Bush Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and its habitats include grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Malacothamnus clementinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malacothamnus clementinus has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malacothamnus clementinus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Malacothamnus clementinus

Malacothamnus clementinus can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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 tro-19601028: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Thomas Henry Kearney (1874-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kearney' in the authors string.
Philip A. Munz (1892-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munz' in the authors string.