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Malvaviscus arboreus
Giant Turk's Cap, Wax Mallow
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:
Description
This is a vigorous, semi-vining shrub with soft foliage and Abutilon-like flowers and a seed pod resembling a Turkish folk cap. This shrub reaches 12' tall and wide. It prefers a warm humid climate but will do well in subtropical areas that are frost- fr
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
n/a
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Green
Fruit Season
Fall
Water Saving Tip:
Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.