Sphaeralcea ambigua (Desert Globemallow)
Sphaeralcea ambigua (Desert Globemallow) orange flower clusters on a fuzzy stem against a plain background.
Botanical name: Sphaeralcea ambigua
Common names: Desert Globemallow, Apricot Mallow
Family: Malvaceae
Origin: California
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Flower color: Pink; red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Irritating or toxic: Irritating
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsSphaeralcea ambigua is cultivated as an ornamental plant by specialty plant nurseries for use in desert and drought tolerant gardens. Drought tolerant, grows well in alkaline soil. Some variations may appear with red, pink, violet or white blooms.
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction.
Sphaeralcea ambigua (Desert Globemallow) orange flower cluster spreading among silvery gray foliage and woody stems
Sphaeralcea ambigua (Desert Globemallow) orange flower on a fuzzy stem with dusty green leaves
Sphaeralcea ambigua (Desert Globemallow) orange cup-shaped flowers with yellow centers on a fuzzy stem
Sphaeralcea ambigua (Desert Globemallow) orange flower clusters with small serrated green foliage on thin stems.
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