Plant Details

Malva sylvestris

Mallow, High mallow, French Hollyhock, Common Mallow, Tree Mallow, Tall Mallow

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General Information

Scientific name: Malva sylvestris
Also known as: Mallow, High mallow, French Hollyhock, Common Mallow, Tree Mallow, Tall Mallow

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 0.50 m
Width: - m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Seed, Flowers, Tea
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Dye, Fibre

Description

Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. They have a mild and pleasant flavor and are often used in soups as a thickening agent. The young leaves can also serve as a great alternative to lettuce in salads. Unripe seeds can be eaten raw and have a nutty flavor. The flowers are edible and have a delicate taste similar to that of the leaves. They can be added to salads or used as a garnish, making a beautiful addition. Furthermore, the leaves can be used as a replacement for tea.

Harvest Data

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