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Chisos Mountain false Indianmallow

Scientific Name: Allowissadula holosericea

Family: Malvaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Allowissadula holosericea: Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow

Allowissadula holosericea, a member of the Malvaceae (Mallow) family, is known by several common names, including Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow, Chisos Mtn. False Indian-mallow, and Velvet-leaf Mallow.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • The plant is also commonly called Velvet-leaf Mallow and Velvetleaf.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Allowissadula holosericea (Scheele) D.M. Bates
  • Family: Malvaceae (Mallow family)
  • Synonyms: Abutilon marshii Standl., Wissadula holosericea (Scheele) Garcke

Distribution and Habitat

  • This plant is found in the United States (Texas, New Mexico) and Mexico.
  • Specific locations mentioned include: Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, Big Bend National Park, Davis Mountains, and the Chisos Mountains in Texas, and the Zuni Mountains.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It features light orangish-yellow blooms.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The flowers appear to "glow" when lit by the afternoon sun.

Resources and Further Information

  • Dave's Garden
  • NatureServe
  • USDA Plant Profile