Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
529734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blatt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. Soc. 9: 201 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529066

Common Names

  • Althaea villosa
  • Villosa Althaea
  • Hairy Althaea

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Synonyms

  • Althaea villosoides Blatt. [unknown]

Description

Althaea villosa (also called Hairy marshmallow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows up to 1.5 m in height and has a spreading habit. It prefers moist soils in sunny areas and is commonly found in wetlands, meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Althaea villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Althaea villosa is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Althaea villosa is a perennial herb native to Europe and western Asia. It can be grown from seed or propagated from root cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination. Root cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers a sunny position and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Althaea villosa

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

Althaea villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Althaea villosa?

Althaea villosa

What is the common name of Althaea villosa?

Woolly Marshmallow

Where is Althaea villosa found?

Althaea villosa is found in Europe and Asia

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