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Bush mallow (Malacothamnus)
Bush mallow are a genus of shrubs and small trees native to North America's Pacific Coast. They make popular ornamental plants, rewarding growers with evergreen leaves and abundant flowers. Most species have hairy stems and pale pink, rarely white, flowers. 
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Bush mallow
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Attributes of Bush mallow
Leaf type
Evergreen
Scientific Classification of Bush mallow
Distribution of Bush mallow
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Distribution Map of Bush mallow
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Bush mallow
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The bush mallow genus is comprised of shrubs needing moderate care. Plants typically require full sun or partial shade, with moist soil conditions. They prefer temperate climates but can resist occasional frosts. Common challenges include pests such as aphids or diseases like powdery mildew. Seasonal adjustments may include added watering in summer due to heat, while reducing irrigation in winter when plant growth slows. Accuracy of this content is cross-referenced with reputable horticultural sources.
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6 most common species：
Chaparral Mallow
Chaparral Mallow (Malacothamnus fasciculatus) is a shrub species native to western North America. Chaparral Mallow is a member of the mallow family. This species grows in desert habitats throughout California.
Gray bushmallow
Gray bushmallow is a slender, multi-stemmed shrub with soft, downy leaves and clusters of pale pink, cup-shaped flowers. Typically found in dry, open hillsides in its native Californian environment, gray bushmallow thrives in the warm, arid climate, with adaptations such as velvety foliage that conserves water and reflects sunlight, aiding its survival in these tough conditions.
Palmer's bush-mallow
Palmer's bush-mallow is a shrubby perennial with soft, gray-green foliage and a profusion of light pink to magenta flowers that radiate a gentle allure. It thrives in California's sun-drenched chaparral and woodlands, where it adapts to arid summers by developing drought-resistant traits. Its bushy form, up to 3m in height, is often a haven for local wildlife, harmonizing with the rugged landscape.
Fremon's bushmallow
Malacothamnus fremontii is a stiff, erect shrub with a branching stem reaching 0.5–2 metres in height. It is coated densely in white fibers, appearing feltlike. The hairy oval or rounded lobed leaves are several centimeters long.
Yellow-stem bush-mallow
Yellow-stem bush-mallow is a perennial shrub graced with dense clusters of soft, pink flowers, flourishing in California's chaparral and coastal scrublands. Its narrow, gray-green leaves and erect stems, growing up to 2 meters in laudable defiance of aridity, cast a silhouette as enduring as it is charming. Adapted to survive dry seasons, yellow-stem bush-mallow bursts into dramatic blooms, attracting pollinators and admirers alike.
Davidson's bush-mallow
Davidson's bush-mallow is a shrubby perennial with soft, fuzzy leaves and stems, boasting delicate pink to lavender flowers. This native Californian thrives in chaparral and woodland habitats, often showing a resilience to dry conditions by growing in gravelly or sandy soils. Its arching growth form and clusters of showy blossoms make it a distinctive presence in its ecosystem.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Bush mallow
Malacothamnus
Bush mallow are a genus of shrubs and small trees native to North America's Pacific Coast. They make popular ornamental plants, rewarding growers with evergreen leaves and abundant flowers. Most species have hairy stems and pale pink, rarely white, flowers.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Bush mallow
Feedback
Attributes of Bush mallow
Leaf type
Evergreen
Scientific Classification of Bush mallow
Distribution of Bush mallow
Feedback
Distribution Map of Bush mallow
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Bush mallow
Feedback
The bush mallow genus is comprised of shrubs needing moderate care. Plants typically require full sun or partial shade, with moist soil conditions. They prefer temperate climates but can resist occasional frosts. Common challenges include pests such as aphids or diseases like powdery mildew. Seasonal adjustments may include added watering in summer due to heat, while reducing irrigation in winter when plant growth slows. Accuracy of this content is cross-referenced with reputable horticultural sources.
Exploring the Bush mallow Plants
Feedback
6 most common species：
Chaparral Mallow
Chaparral Mallow (Malacothamnus fasciculatus) is a shrub species native to western North America. Chaparral Mallow is a member of the mallow family. This species grows in desert habitats throughout California.
Gray bushmallow
Gray bushmallow is a slender, multi-stemmed shrub with soft, downy leaves and clusters of pale pink, cup-shaped flowers. Typically found in dry, open hillsides in its native Californian environment, gray bushmallow thrives in the warm, arid climate, with adaptations such as velvety foliage that conserves water and reflects sunlight, aiding its survival in these tough conditions.
Palmer's bush-mallow
Palmer's bush-mallow is a shrubby perennial with soft, gray-green foliage and a profusion of light pink to magenta flowers that radiate a gentle allure. It thrives in California's sun-drenched chaparral and woodlands, where it adapts to arid summers by developing drought-resistant traits. Its bushy form, up to 3m in height, is often a haven for local wildlife, harmonizing with the rugged landscape.
Fremon's bushmallow
Malacothamnus fremontii is a stiff, erect shrub with a branching stem reaching 0.5–2 metres in height. It is coated densely in white fibers, appearing feltlike. The hairy oval or rounded lobed leaves are several centimeters long.
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More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
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