Alcea rosea Hollyhock (Malvaceae)

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Alcea rosea
Hollyhock
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The Alcea rosea plant species is found in The original habitat is obscure, it is probably of hybrid origin. A garden escape in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hollyhock. Some home gardeners know the variety as Althaea rosea.

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Latin Name:  Alcea rosea
Common Name:  Hollyhock
Family:  Malvaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2.4   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild situation.

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow April/May or August/September in pots or in situ[200, 238]. The seedusually germinates in about 2 - 3 weeks at 20°c[133]. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division after flowering. Only use rust-free specimens. Root cuttings in December. Basal cuttings at almost any time of year.

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