Velvet Mallow
Velvet Mallow
–
Allowissadula holosericea
Allowissadula holosericea
Abutilon; Velvet-Leaf Mallow; False Indian-Mallow
Edwards Plateau; West Texas; New Mexico
3
–
5 feet
3
–
6 feet
Central Texas
Texas
Part Sun/Shade
Low
Deer Resistant
Flowering
Previous
Next
About This Plant
Part or dappled sun. Semi-evergreen, with silvery-green heart-shaped leaves and yellow blooms that glow like candles in the shaded settings where this native thrives. Often seen in Hill Country woodlands, velvet leaf thrives in somewhat drier conditions than its close relative, Turk’s cap.
Velvet mallow requires no special care, as long as soils are well drained. It’s not commonly available commercially, so preserve it if you already have it on-site. (It can be easily grown from seed.) It serves as a larval host to various skipper butterflies.
Maintenance
No special maintenance required. Can be cut back if needed after extreme freeze damage.
Features
Plant Type:
Small Shrub
Size:
3-5' H, 3-6' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Wildlife:
Butterflies, Butterfly Larvae
Flower Color:
Yellow
Bloom Time:
July, August, September, October
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
- List Item #1
- List Item #2
- List Item #3
Recent Posts
