Plant Details

Alcea rosea

Hollyhock

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General Information

Scientific name: Alcea rosea
Also known as: Hollyhock

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Large
Height: 2.40 m
Width: 0.60 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Tea, Root, Shoots
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Dye, Oil

Description

Young leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked, but their texture is not very appealing. They are often used as herbs, although they have only a mild flavor. These leaves can be finely chopped to be added to salads. The inner part of young stems can be eaten raw, and the petals and buds can also be added raw to salads. The root provides nutritious starch, and a refreshing tea can be made from the petals.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/07
End of Harvest: 30/09