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clustered poppymallow
Scientific Name: Callirhoe triangulata
Family: Malvaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: IA (poppy mallow), IN (clustered poppy-mallow)
Clustered Poppy Mallow
The Clustered Poppy Mallow, scientifically known as Callirhoe triangulata, is a beautiful wildflower prized for its drought tolerance and attractive blooms.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Callirhoe triangulata (Leavenworth) A. Gray
- Common Name(s): Clustered Poppy Mallow, Clustered Poppymallow
- Family: Belongs to the mallow family (Malvaceae), although this wasn't explicitly stated, the common name "mallow" indicates a relationship to the family.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the prairie regions of the U.S.
- Thrives in dry, sandy areas.
- Observed in locations such as Spring Green Preserve and Walking Iron Park in Wisconsin.
- Presence confirmed in Illinois.
Morphological Characteristics
- Perennial herb.
- Possesses palmately cleft leaves.
- Bears white to red or purple flowers throughout the summer.
- Densely hairy.
Growing Conditions
- The drier the soil, the better for this plant.
- Produces masses of rosy flowers even in drought conditions.
Ecological Role
- Often planted in flower gardens.
Resources and Further Information
- Endangered Resces Program (for identification information, photos, and links).
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) for help and information.
- Dave's Garden (community sharing garden tips, seeds, and plants).
- ISM Herbarium (for distribution records).
- Discover Life (biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution).