Malvastrum corchorifolium
Caribbean False Mallow, False Mallow
Also known as: Malva betulina Desr. +4 more
- Malva betulina Desr.
- Malva corchorifolia Desr.
- Malvastrum cochorifolium (Desr.) Britton ex Small
- Malvastrum corchorifolium (Desr.) Urb.
- Malvastrum rugelii S.Watson
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Malvaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Naturally occurring in North America and South America, Malvastrum corchorifolium (commonly known as Caribbean false mallow or False Mallow) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Malvaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Bahamas, Belize, Cayman Is., Cuba, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Florida, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, Southwest Caribbean, Turks-Caicos Is., Windward Is.
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Ghana, Hawaii, New York