Family: Malvaceae Mallow Family
Genus: Alcea Hollyhock
Genus of about 60 species of erect herbs having showy flowers. Originating from western and central Asia.
Scientific Name: Alcea rosea L.
Common Name(s): Hollyhock
Growth Type: biennial/perennial
Species Description:
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| Caption: Hollyhock's flowering inflorescence.
ID: Hrb-ALGRO-001 Source: 35mm slide (photo) Credit: Keyword(s): flowering, inflorescense
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| Caption: Hollyhock's spike or raceme inflorescence.
ID: Hrb-ALGRO-002 Source: 35mm slide (photo) Credit: Keyword(s): flowering, inflorescense
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