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Wax mallow

Malvaviscus arboreus

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Brunei, India, Taiwan), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands, Tonga), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

🇷🇼 Rwanda 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇸🇻 El Salvador 🇧🇳 Brunei 🇮🇳 India 🇬🇹 Guatemala 🇭🇳 Honduras 🇹🇴 Tonga 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇨🇩 Congo (DRC) 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇹🇩 Chad 🇲🇭 Marshall Islands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Malvaviscus arboreus (Wax mallow)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish manzanillo

Similar Species in Malvaviscus

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Mazapan

Malvaviscus penduliflorus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wax mallow?

The scientific name of Wax mallow is Malvaviscus arboreus. It belongs to the genus Malvaviscus.

Where does Wax mallow live?

Wax mallow is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Brunei, India, Taiwan), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands, Tonga), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Chad, Colombia, Congo (DRC), El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India.

What family does Wax mallow belong to?

Wax mallow (Malvaviscus arboreus) belongs to the genus Malvaviscus, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

What kingdom does Wax mallow belong to?

Wax mallow (Malvaviscus arboreus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Wax mallow?

The closest relatives of Wax mallow in the genus Malvaviscus include Mazapan.