About Chaparral Mallow (Malacothamnus fasciculatus)
Mendocino bushmallow or chaparral mallow is native to California and Baja California, where it is a common member of the chaparral and coastal sage scrub plant communities in many regions.
Plant of the Month – Bush Mallow
The genus name Malacothamnus is Greek for “soft shrub”. The species name fasciculatus means “clustered” or “bundled” in Latin, referring to the leaves and/or flowers. Other members of the Mallow family include hibiscus, okra, hollyhock, cotton, and a plant named Althaea officinalis, whose roots used to be used to make marshmallows, although now this sweet concoction is made with other ingredients.
Plant Itineraries 