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Malacothamnus
palmeri involucratus
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Carmel Valley Bush Mallow |
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Form: |
Shrub |
Growth habit: |
Tall, upright and spreading |
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Size: |
3' - 6' h x 3' w |
Deciduous: |
Semi-deciduous |
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Flowering Season: |
Summer/Fall |
Growth Rate: |
Fast |
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Flower Color: |
White |
Hardiness: |
Frost tender |
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Exposure: |
Sun to part sun |
Cultural Uses: |
Medicinal |
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Soil Moisture: |
Dry to Semi-dry |
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Soil Type: |
Sandy or Rocky |
CNPS Status: |
RED "1B"
2-2-3
CNPS listed as "Endangered" |
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Family: |
Malvaceae |
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Distribution: |
Central Coast Range |
Habitat: |
Chaparral, Interior valleys, foothills |
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Wildlife Value: |
Flowers are attractive to hummingbirds,
butterflies and bees. Forage source for the West Coast Lady
and Western Checkered Skipper butterflies.
Dense foliage offers cover and nesting sites. |
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Description:
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Uncommon, shrub with lush green leaves
and lovely white flowers. Perfect in mixed perennial border!
Threatened by development. |
