Callirhoe involucrata Poppy mallow (Malvaceae)

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Callirhoe involucrata
Poppy mallow
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The Callirhoe involucrata plant species is found in Central N. America - Minnesota and Iowa to Texas, Utah and New Mexico. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Poppy mallow. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. lineariloba. Malva involucrata.

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Latin Name:  Callirhoe involucrata
Common Name:  Poppy mallow
Family:  Malvaceae
Author:  (Torr.&Gray.)Gray.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.15   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Grows in dry soils on the plains[43, 235].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a light rich sandy loam and a sunny position[1, 200]. Likes a hot dry position[200]. This species is hardy to about -15°c[200]. A deep-rooting plant[235], it strongly resents root disturbance and should be planted into its final position as soon as possible[138]. Slugs are strongly attracted to this plant and can destroy even established plants by eating out all the young shoots in spring[K].

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