Tree mallow

Family: Malvaceae
Scientific name: Malva arborea
Description: Plant Form: Shrub or herb. Size: Up to 3 m tall. Stem: Densely covered in hairs. Leaves: Broad oval-shaped with 5-7 lobes which can be sharp or rounded, with toothed edges. Flowers: Deep pink to bluish-purple, often darker near base and with darker veins, in clusters of 2-7. Fruit and Seeds: Dry with 6-8 segments which have sharp or winged edges. Habitat: Coastal scrub, headlands, disturbed areas. Weed Status: Other Weed Weed Type: Common Lifeform: Herbaceous, Shrubby

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