Meximalva
| Meximalva | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Malvaceae |
| Genus: | Meximalva Fryxell |
Meximalva is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Malvaceae.
Its native range is Texas to Mexico.
Culinary uses
The leaves and flowers are edible, rich in nutrients.
Medicinal properties
Anti-inflammatory and laxative effects are attributed to it.
Species
Species:
- Meximalva filipes (A.Gray) Fryxell
- Meximalva venusta (Schltdl.) Fryxell
References
- 1 2 3 "Meximalva Fryxell | Plants of the World Online | Kew Science". Plants of the World Online. Retrieved 18 May 2021.