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Buttonweed

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).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Malva neglecta (Buttonweed)

Names in Other Languages

French mauve à feuilles rondes

German Chaeslichrut

Portuguese malva

Similar Species in Malva

Malva assurgentiflora

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Buttonweed?

The scientific name of Buttonweed is Malva neglecta. It belongs to the genus Malva.

What is the conservation status of Buttonweed?

Buttonweed (Malva neglecta) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Buttonweed live?

Buttonweed 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 Buttonweed belong to?

Buttonweed (Malva neglecta) belongs to the genus Malva, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

Is Buttonweed endangered?

No, Buttonweed (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 Buttonweed belong to?

Buttonweed (Malva neglecta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Buttonweed?

The closest relatives of Buttonweed in the genus Malva include Cheeseweed, Cheeseweed mallow, Chinese Mallow, Cut-Leaf Mallow, Dwarf Mallow.