Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyloba
ID:
1250196

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 42(12): 45 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249534

Common Names

  • Pavonia Platyloba
  • Platyloba Pavonia
  • Platyloba Mallow

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Description

Pavonia platyloba (also called Pavonia, Rose Mallow, and Rose Pavonia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It has large, bright pink, hibiscus-like flowers. It is found in open, sunny areas, such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia platyloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavonia platyloba is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia platyloba can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. Water regularly and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pavonia platyloba

Pavonia platyloba is native to Brazil and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Pavonia platyloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia platyloba?

Pavonia platyloba

What are the common names of Pavonia platyloba?

Broad-lobed Pavonia, Broad-lobed Wax Plant

What type of plant is Pavonia platyloba?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

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,

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