Cape Mallow (Anisodontea × hypomandarum)

Cape Mallow
Scientific Name: Anisodontea × hypomandarum (Sprague) D. M. Bates
Synonym: Malvastrum hypomandarum
Family: Malvaceae

Anisodontea hypomandrum "Tara's Pink" Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 11,13-24
USDA: 9b-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 25°F ( -4°C)
Heat Tolerance: Avoid afternoon sun in summer in Phoenix
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Probably a hybrid
Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub rapidly growing to 6 feet tall (1.8 m), 6 feet wide
Watering Needs: Regular water
Propagation: Easy with summer cuttings

This Anisodontea, the most common in cultivation in California is probably an hybrid. Plant in the fall in Phoenix.

Blooming Habits:
The Cape Mallow bears 1 inch wide pink flowers all year.

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