Hairy Marshmallow (Malva setigera)
Malva setigera, commonly known as Hairy Marshmallow, is a flowering plant with hairy foliage and attractive pink to purple blooms, often grown as an annual.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water more frequently during hot, dry weather.
Well-draining soil. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Palmate
Flower Size
5-7 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyMalvaceae
- genusMalva
- speciesMalva setigera
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No