How to grow and care for Malva olbia (L.) Alef.
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Malva olbia (L.) Alef. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Malva
🔖 Care Tips
In Korea, seeds are typically sown between April and June, and harvested between May and July. You can harvest about 30-40 days after sowing. Sow seeds 2-3 cm apart, and thin them to 10 cm apart once they sprout and true leaves appear. For harvesting, you can pull the plant out entirely, but if you cut the stem at the base, it will regrow in 2-3 weeks, allowing for multiple harvests.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in subtropical regions of Asia and Southern Europe. It thrives in warm, sunny locations.
🪨 Soil Mix
When planting in the yard, ensure proper drainage to prevent water pooling. It's best to plant in well-draining soil. A common soil mix includes 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal, but this can vary based on conditions. This plant adapts well to various soils and grows well in most types.
🌡️ Environment
Keep the temperature between 14-23°C.
☀️ Light
Plants grow better with more light. If there is a lack of light, they may not bloom.
💧 Water
If planted in the yard, this plant is drought-tolerant and grows well without frequent watering. However, if the soil becomes too dry, it's good to water it. If planted in a pot, water it when the soil dries out.
🌱 Propagate
It typically propagates through seeds. Although its lifespan is short, about 2-3 years, it can continuously propagate in the same area, allowing it to be seen in the yard regularly.
💊 Fertilize
Fertilizer is not needed in large amounts, but using it according to the recommended dosage from spring to summer can promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
The blooming period is from spring to fall, with peak blooming in June and July, typically lasting 2-5 days. However, this plant continues to flower throughout the summer.
😵 Toxicity
Non-toxic and safe for pets and children.
water
How to water Malva olbia (L.) Alef.
How often should I water?
check Malva olbia (L.) Alef. Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Malva olbia (L.) Alef. need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Malva olbia (L.) Alef. likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-17
-17~35℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Malva olbia (L.) Alef. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Malva olbia (L.) Alef. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Malva olbia (L.) Alef. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Malvales, Family: Malvaceae, Genus: Malva, Species: Malva olbia
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 - 9 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Malva |
| Species | Malva olbia |
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