Malope trifida

Trifid Malope, Purple Mallow

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Tall annual herb with lobed leaves and vibrant purple flowers featuring dark centers. A hardy Mediterranean plant, excellent for pollinators and drought-tolerant garden borders.
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Plant Details

Common Name Trifid Malope, Purple Mallow
Family Malvaceae
Genus Malope
Species Trifida
Origin Southern Europe / Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Summer to early autumn, June-September
Leaf Color Medium green with greyish undertones
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining, average garden soil; tolerates poor and alkaline soils

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Watering

Moderate watering once established; drought tolerant but benefits from regular water during bloom

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for optimal flowering; tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs; avoid high nitrogen to prevent leggy growth, light compost application at planting

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and neat appearance

Pest Control Aphid Cabbage Looper Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 50000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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