Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cannabina
ID:
529589

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 686 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528921

Common Names

  • Althaea cannabina
  • Hemp-Leaved Marshmallow
  • Hemp-Leaved Althaea

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Description

Althaea cannabina (also called Hemp-Leaved Marshmallow, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, and its flowers are white or pink in color. It prefers moist soil and can be found in areas of disturbed vegetation, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Althaea cannabina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Althaea cannabina is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Althaea cannabina is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Althaea cannabina

Althaea cannabina can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Althaea cannabina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Althaea cannabina?

Althaea cannabina

What is the common name of Althaea cannabina?

Hemp Althaea

What is the family of Althaea cannabina?

Malvaceae

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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