cheeseweed mallow (Malva parviflora)
Cheeseweed mallow (Malva parviflora) is an annual herb with small, pinkish-white flowers and characteristic flattened, disc-shaped fruit resembling cheese wheels.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
Moderate
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Tolerates mild frosts.
Low
Benefits from a light feeding in spring; generally not a heavy feeder.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Height
0.2-0.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Weed Status
Yes
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyMalvaceae
- genusMalva
- speciesMalva parviflora
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Not toxic to humans or common pets; leaves and young fruits are edible.