Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
covillei
ID:
506179

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Cybele Columb. 1: 35 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505511

Common Names

  • Sidalcea covillei
  • Coville's checkerbloom
  • Coville Checkerbloom

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Synonyms

  • Sidalcea neomexicana covillei (Greene) Roush [unknown]

Description

Sidalcea covillei (also called Coville's Checkerbloom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to western North America and grows in moist, open areas. It is an herbaceous perennial with bright green, heart-shaped leaves and pink, five-petaled flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sidalcea covillei is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sidalcea covillei has small, pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sidalcea covillei is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or division.

Where to Find Sidalcea covillei

Sidalcea covillei is native to the western United States, where it can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is commonly found in the states of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.

Sidalcea covillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sidalcea covillei?

Sidalcea covillei

What is the growth rate of Sidalcea covillei?

Sidalcea covillei is a fast-growing plant.

What type of soil does Sidalcea covillei prefer?

Sidalcea covillei prefers moist, well-draining soil.

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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