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palmleaf poppymallow

Scientific Name: Callirhoe pedata

Family: Malvaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Palmleaf Poppymallow (Callirhoe pedata)

The Palmleaf Poppymallow, scientifically known as Callirhoe pedata, is a charming plant often admired for its distinctive foliage and attractive blooms. It's a herbaceous perennial that adds a touch of beauty to gardens and natural landscapes.

Common Names

  • Palmleaf Poppymallow
  • Finger Poppy-mallow
  • Standing Winecup

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Callirhoe pedata (Nutt. ex Hook.) A. Gray
  • Family: Malvaceae (Mallow Family)
  • Genus: Callirhoe (Poppy Mallow)
  • Synonyms:
    • Callirhoe digitata var. stipulata Waterf.
    • Sesquicella pedata Alef.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the United States, particularly in regions like Arkansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant). Perennial.
  • Mature Height: Can reach up to 2 feet (approximately 60 cm).

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Palmleaf Poppymallow" refers to its distinctive foliage shape, resembling a palm leaf.
  • Bees are attracted to Palmleaf Poppymallow.

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden: A community sharing gardening tips and ideas.
  • Catalog of Life 2011: Synonymic Checklists of the Vascular Plants of the World.