Malva pusilla
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Malva pusilla
Also known as:
Small mallow, Dwarf Mallow, Low mallow
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.30 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Seed
Leaves, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye
Dye
Description
Leaves can be consumed both raw and cooked and have a mild pleasant taste. They are suitable for salads and are very tasty, but may have a less pronounced flavor than the leaves of other species, such as the annual M. verticillata 'Crispa' or the perennials M. alcea and M. moschata. Seeds can be eaten raw or cooked, preferably before they are fully ripe. The seeds have a pleasant nutty flavor, but they are quite small and difficult to harvest.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/07
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Lavandula angustifolia Lavender, Lavandula |
Lavender can help repel pests that target Malva pusilla, promoting healthier growth. |
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Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow |
Yarrow has medicinal properties and can enhance the soil's nutrient content, benefiting Malva pusilla. |
|
Calendula officinalis Marigold, Pot marigold |
Marigolds attract beneficial insects that can pollinate Malva pusilla, increasing its yield. |
|
Diospyros kaki Persimmon |
Echinacea can boost the immune response of nearby plants, supporting Malva pusilla's health. |
|
Sambucus nigra European elder |
Elderberry provides shade and moisture retention for Malva pusilla, helping it thrive. |