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malva

Malva neglecta

Least Concern

About

The Buttonweed (Malva neglecta) is a species in the genus Malva. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe), Asia (6 countries), Europe (19 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French mauve à feuilles rondes
German Chaeslichrut
Portuguese malva

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of malva?
The scientific name of malva is Malva neglecta. It belongs to the genus Malva.
What is the conservation status of malva?
malva (Malva neglecta) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does malva live?
malva is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe), Asia (6 countries), Europe (19 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does malva belong to?
malva (Malva neglecta) belongs to the genus Malva, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.
Is malva endangered?
No, malva (Malva neglecta) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does malva belong to?
malva (Malva neglecta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of malva?
The closest relatives of malva in the genus Malva include malva, malva, malva-cheirosa, malva-crespa, Cheeseweed.

Native Range — 33 Countries

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