Alcea rosea (common hollyhock; syn. Althaea chinensis Wall., Althaea ficifolia Cav., Althaea rosea Cav.) Is an ornamental plant in the Malvaceae family. It was imported into Europe from southwestern China During, or possibly before, the 15th century. William Turner, a herbalist of the time, gave it the name “holyoke” from Which the Inglese name derivates. Alcea rosea is variously described as a biennial (having a two-year life cycle), as an annual, or as a short-lived perennial. It frequently self-sows, Which may create a perception That the plants are perennial. The plant may flower During ITS first year a when sown early. It will grow in a wide range of soils, and can easily reach a height of about 8 feet (2.4 m). The flowers are a range of colors from white to dark red, including pink, yellow and orange. Different colors prefer different soils.
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